GACL Recommends ₹17.70 Dividend; Approves ₹67 Cr Hydrogen Peroxide Plant
Gujarat Alkalies and Chemicals Limited recommended a final dividend of ₹17.70 per equity share for FY26. The company also approved a new 5000 TPA High Purity Grade Hydrogen Peroxide Plant at Dahej with an investment of ₹67 Crores, expected to be operational in 18 months. Audited standalone profit after tax for FY26 was ₹2,084 Lakhs.
The recommended dividend and the new plant project are material events that can impact the company's financial performance and market position.
The company announced a significant dividend recommendation and a new capital expenditure project, which are positive developments.
Gujarat Alkalies and Chemicals Limited (GACL) announced its audited financial results for the fourth quarter and financial year ended March 31, 2026. The Board of Directors has recommended a final dividend of ₹17.70 per equity share, representing 177% of the face value of ₹10 per share. This dividend is subject to shareholder approval at the upcoming Annual General Meeting (AGM) and will be paid within 30 days of declaration.
In addition to the financial results and dividend recommendation, the Board has approved the setting up of a 5000 TPA (100%) High Purity Grade Hydrogen Peroxide Plant at Dahej, Gujarat. The estimated investment for this project is ₹67 Crores. This plant is expected to cater to niche applications in semiconductor fabrication, solar cell manufacturing, and other advanced electronics. The project is planned to be operational within 18 months from the zero date and is anticipated to contribute approximately ₹42 Crores to annual sales revenue. The funding for the project will primarily come from surplus internal operations, with borrowings to meet any potential gap.
The company also reported its standalone and consolidated financial results. For the financial year ended March 31, 2026, standalone profit after tax was ₹2,084 Lakhs, and consolidated profit after tax was ₹(241) Lakhs.
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