LIC, Asian Paints & More: 35 Stocks Set for Dividends and Bonus Issues
A significant wave of corporate actions is hitting the Indian equity markets this week, with 35 companies scheduled to turn ex-record date. From heavyweights like LIC and HUL to major buybacks by Bajaj Auto, investors must ensure they hold the necessary shares in their demat accounts to qualify for these benefits.
Tuesday Delivers High Dividend Payouts
Tuesday is set to be a major day for dividend seekers, with 11 stocks turning ex-record date. Consumer goods giant Asian Paints leads the pack with a substantial final dividend of ₹23 per share. Following closely is Hindustan Unilever (HUL), which will distribute ₹22 per share to its eligible shareholders.
Other notable payouts scheduled for Tuesday include:
- Thyrocare Technologies: ₹7 per share
- Anand Rathi Share & Stock Brokers & Dalmia Bharat: ₹5 per share each
- Tata Power Company: ₹2.5 per share
- The Indian Hotels Company: ₹3.25 per share
Mid-Week Bonus Issues and Bajaj Auto Buyback
Wednesday marks a crucial window for different types of corporate actions. ZF Commercial Vehicle Control Systems India has fixed this day for its 5:1 bonus issue, providing a significant boost to existing shareholders.
Additionally, Wednesday is the decisive record date for Bajaj Auto’s massive ₹5,633 crore share buyback program. Investors looking to participate in this capital return scheme must meet the eligibility criteria by this date. Meanwhile, Wheels India and Shankar Buildpro will turn ex-dividend, with payouts of ₹9.14 and ₹5 per share, respectively.
Thursday: LIC and IndusInd Bank Lead the Charge
The momentum continues into Thursday, featuring several blue-chip companies. Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) is scheduled to pay a final dividend of ₹10 per share, while IndusInd Bank will distribute ₹1.5 per share.
The highest dividend payout on Thursday comes from Supreme Industries, which is offering ₹25 per share. Other significant announcements for Thursday include:
- Care Ratings: ₹14 per share
- Nippon Life India AMC: ₹12.5 per share
- Alkyl Amines Chemicals: ₹10 per share
- Dr Lal Pathlabs: ₹4 per share
Comprendiendo la fecha de registro
Para todas las acciones mencionadas anteriormente, la "fecha de registro" es la fecha límite establecida por las empresas para determinar qué accionistas son elegibles para recibir dividendos, acciones de bonificación o participar en recompras. Para ser elegible, el nombre del inversor debe aparecer en el registro de miembros de la empresa en esta fecha específica. Debido al ciclo de liquidación T+1 en la India, lo ideal es que los inversores completen sus compras al menos un día hábil antes de la fecha ex para garantizar que sus participaciones se procesen a tiempo.
Conclusiones clave
- Pagos importantes: Asian Paints (₹23) y Supreme Industries (₹25) se encuentran entre los que pagan los dividendos más altos esta semana.
- Acciones diversas: La semana presenta una mezcla de dividendos en efectivo, una emisión de bonificación de 5:1 por parte de ZF Commercial y una recompra de ₹5,633 crore por parte de Bajaj Auto.
- Regla de elegibilidad: Los inversores deben mantener las acciones en sus cuentas demat antes de la fecha ex-registro para calificar para cualquier beneficio corporativo.