Whirlpool of India Limited has informed the Exchange that Board of Directors at its meeting held on May 20, 2026, recommended Final Dividend of Rs. 5 per equity share.
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Whirlpool of India reported audited FY2026 standalone revenue of Rs. 7,474 crore, marginally up from Rs. 7,421 crore in FY2025. However, profit after tax declined 22.7% to Rs. 242 crore from Rs. 313 crore, impacted by an exceptional charge of Rs. 33.4 crore due to new labour code implementation and lower other income. Consolidated PAT fell 18.6% to Rs. 295 crore. The Board recommended a final dividend of Rs. 5 per share (50% payout). Significant management changes include Mr. Anuj Lall resigning as Executive Director and CFO, succeeded by Mr. Aditya Jain from July 21, 2026. Whirlpool Corporation also reduced its promoter holding from 51% to 39.76% in November 2025.
The stock may see mixed reaction - positive from dividend payout and clean audit, but concerns from declining profitability and exceptional charges. The promoter stake reduction and leadership transition could create near-term uncertainty.