HAL clarifies no official communication received on 114 Rafale deal
News by Aliceblue News Desk
13 Feb 2026
Introduction
Leading aerospace manufacturer clarified it has not received any official communication from the Ministry of Defence or Dassault regarding the reported procurement of 114 Rafale aircraft.
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Share price movement of HAL
On February 13, 2026, Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd opened at ₹4,199.80, up 1.57% from its previous close of ₹4,158.65. The stock reached a high of ₹4,261.50 (2.44%) and a low of ₹4,156.05. By 2:55 PM, it traded at ₹4,224.00, a 1.57% increase, with a market cap of ₹2,82,490.56 crore.
HAL Denies Rafale Deal Report
Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd clarified it has not received any official communication from the Ministry of Defence or Dassault regarding the procurement of 114 Rafale aircraft reported by media.
The company issued the clarification following a Times of India report stating 20 Rafales would arrive in fly-away condition and the rest manufactured in India under Dassault-HAL collaboration.
Stock performance of HAL for period of 1 week, 6 months, and 1 year
Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd delivered a 2.25% return over the past week, declined 8.70% in the past 6 months, and gained 13.6% over the past 1 year.
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Shareholding pattern of HAL
| Particulars | Dec 2025 | Sep 2025 | Jun 2025 |
| Promoter | 71.60% | 71.60% | 71.60% |
| FII | 10.90% | 12.00% | 11.90% |
| DII | 9.80% | 8.70% | 8.70% |
| Public | 7.80% | 7.60% | 7.70% |
About HAL
Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL) manufactures aircraft and helicopters and provides repair and maintenance services for aircraft and helicopters, serving both defence and aerospace sectors in India.
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FAQs
Q: Why is Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd share price rising today?
A: Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd clarified it received no official communication from Ministry of Defence or Dassault about the 114 Rafale aircraft procurement.
Q: What is Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd’s main business focus?
A: Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd manufactures aircraft and helicopters and provides repair, maintenance, and overhaul services for defence and aerospace sectors.
Q: What are the 52-week high and low of Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd stock?
A: Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd stock has a 52-week high of ₹5,166.00 and a 52-week low of ₹3,045.95.
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