Bharti Airtel Limited has informed the Exchange that Board of Directors at its meeting held on May 13, 2026, recommended Final Dividend for FY 2025-26.
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Bharti Airtel reported consolidated revenue of Rs 2.11 lakh crore for FY 2025-26, up 22% from Rs 1.73 lakh crore in the previous year, driven by growth in India Mobile Services and Africa operations. However, profit after tax (PAT) declined 10% to Rs 33,823 crore from Rs 37,481 crore last year, impacted by exceptional charges of Rs 3,417 crore (primarily regulatory and government levies). EBITDA margin expanded to approximately 58% from 55% in the prior year. The Board recommended a final dividend of Rs 24 per share (up significantly from Rs 8 per share), subject to shareholder approval. The company also completed a Rs 15,696 crore rights issue call during Q4.
Despite strong revenue growth and margin expansion, the PAT decline due to exceptional items and higher tax expenses may create near-term pressure on the stock. However, the 3x dividend increase signals management confidence and rewards long-term shareholders. The completed rights issue strengthens the balance sheet.