Studds Accessories Board Approves Dividend, ESOP Scheme, and Key Management Changes
Studds Accessories approved a ₹3 per share dividend and an ESOP scheme, both pending shareholder approval. Manish Mehta steps down as CFO to become VP-Taxation & Compliance, and Bharat Goyal is appointed new CFO, effective July 1, 2026. Deloitte Haskins & Sells LLP appointed as internal auditors.
The dividend and ESOP scheme indicate shareholder returns and employee incentives. Management changes can impact future strategy and operations. The appointment of a new CFO is a significant event.
The approval of a dividend, the introduction of an ESOP scheme, and key management appointments are generally positive developments for a company.
Studds Accessories Limited's Board of Directors, in a meeting held on May 23, 2026, has approved audited financial results for the quarter and financial year ended March 31, 2026. The board recommended a dividend of ₹3 per equity share (60%) for FY 2025-26, subject to shareholder approval at the upcoming Annual General Meeting (AGM).
Furthermore, the company has approved the formulation and implementation of the Studds Accessories Limited Employee Stock Option Scheme 2026, allowing for the grant of stock options to eligible employees. This scheme is also subject to shareholder approval at the ensuing AGM.
In a significant management reshuffle, Mr. Manish Mehta will step down from his role as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Key Managerial Personnel (KMP) effective July 1, 2026, and will assume the position of Vice President- Taxation & Compliance. Concurrently, Mr. Bharat Goyal has been appointed as the new CFO and KMP, also effective July 1, 2026.
Additionally, Deloitte Haskins & Sells LLP has been appointed as the Internal Auditors for the Financial Year 2026-27. The board meeting commenced at 06:45 P.M. (IST) and concluded at 07:45 P.M. (IST). The dates for the AGM and the record date for the dividend will be announced in due course.
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