Board approves second interim dividend - Record date June 03, 2026
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Ashok Leyland's Board declared a second interim dividend of ₹2.50 per share (face value ₹1 each) for FY2025-26, payable on or before June 26, 2026. Combined with the first interim dividend of ₹1.00 per share paid earlier, the total annual dividend stands at ₹3.50 per share. The record date is June 3, 2026, and no final dividend will be declared. Full-year standalone revenue grew 13.6% to ₹44,007 crore, with profit after tax at ₹3,565.5 crore (up 7.9% YoY). Basic EPS improved to ₹6.07 from ₹5.62, supported by strong operational performance despite a ₹308 crore exceptional charge related to new labour codes. The company also completed a 1:1 bonus issue in July 2025, which doubled the paid-up equity capital to ₹587.4 crore.
The second interim dividend provides steady cash returns to shareholders. With total dividend of ₹3.50 per share against an EPS of ₹6.07, the payout ratio stands at approximately 58%, reflecting a balanced dividend policy. The company's improving profitability and debt reduction support continued dividend capacity.