Bata India Recommends ₹9 Dividend for FY26; AGM on Aug 12, Record Date July 31
Bata India Limited recommended a dividend of ₹9 per equity share (180%) for FY26. The AGM to approve this dividend is on August 12, 2026, with a record date set for July 31, 2026. The company has also provided detailed information regarding TDS on dividend payments for shareholders.
The dividend declaration is a material event for shareholders. The detailed information on TDS implications and the need for document submission by a specific deadline impacts shareholders' immediate actions.
The announcement is primarily procedural, detailing dividend payment and TDS regulations. While a dividend is declared, it is a routine corporate action with no significant positive or negative financial performance indicators highlighted.
Bata India Limited has announced that its Board of Directors, in a meeting held on May 27, 2026, recommended a dividend of ₹9 per Equity Share of ₹5 each (180%) for the financial year ended March 31, 2026. This dividend is subject to approval at the upcoming Annual General Meeting (AGM) scheduled for Wednesday, August 12, 2026.
The company has fixed Friday, July 31, 2026, as the record date for the purpose of determining the eligibility of shareholders for this dividend payment.
Furthermore, the communication outlines the procedures and requirements for Tax Deduction at Source (TDS) on the dividend payout, in accordance with the Income-tax Act, 2025. It details the applicable TDS rates and the necessary documentation for both resident and non-resident shareholders to avail any potential benefits or exemptions. Shareholders are advised to submit the required documents to the company's Registrar and Transfer Agent (RTA) by Tuesday, July 22, 2026, to ensure appropriate TDS deduction. The company also emphasizes the importance of updating PAN, email addresses, and bank account details for smooth processing of dividend payments and TDS certificates.
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