Company to Pay Dividend for 19th Time (₹30 Per Share)

MySandesh
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Muthoot Finance Ltd. has once again rewarded its investors with a dividend.

This time, the company has announced a ₹30 per share dividend, making it an important update for shareholders.

If you are planning to benefit from this payout, there’s one key date you should not miss.

Record Date Explained: Why April 17 Matters

The company has fixed April 17, 2026 as the record date for this dividend.

In simple terms, the record date is the day when the company checks its list of shareholders.

If your name appears on this list, you will be eligible to receive the dividend.

This will also be the first time this year that the stock will trade as ex-dividend, which means buyers after this date will not get the dividend benefit.

A Strong Dividend History

Muthoot Finance has been consistently rewarding its investors over the years.

The company first paid a dividend in 2012 — ₹4 per share

In 2013, it increased to ₹4.5 per share

In 2025, it paid ₹26 per share

And now in 2026, it has announced ₹30 per share

This marks the 19th time the company is issuing a dividend.

However, one thing to note is that the company has never issued bonus shares so far.

How Is the Stock Performing?

The stock has shown strong performance recently.

Latest closing price: ₹3572.55 (BSE)

Gained over 2% in a single day

Up 12.41% in the last week

Delivered 13.13% return in 6 months

Jumped 66% in the past one year

The stock’s 52-week high is ₹4149, while the low is ₹1964.35.

The company’s market capitalization stands at around ₹1.43 lakh crore.

Massive Long-Term Returns

For long-term investors, the stock has been a strong performer.

116% return in 2 years

247% return in 3 years

A huge 1896% return in 10 years

This shows the potential of staying invested for the long term.

Final Note

Muthoot Finance continues to reward its shareholders with steady dividends and strong stock performance.

The ₹30 dividend announcement adds another positive update for investors.

However, always remember — the stock market carries risks. Make sure to do your research or consult a financial expert before investing.

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