Bajaj Auto, a prominent Indian automotive manufacturer, sees its shares trade ex-dividend today, May 29, 2026. This marks the record date for the company's recommended final dividend of Rs 150 per equity share for the financial year ended March 31, 2026. Shareholders who purchased shares by May 27, 2026, will be eligible for this payout, which represents a significant 1500% of the Rs 10 face value per share.
Record-Breaking Financial Performance in Q4 FY26
The dividend announcement coincides with Bajaj Auto's robust financial results for the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2026. The company reported its highest-ever standalone Profit After Tax (PAT) for a single quarter, reaching Rs 2,746 crore. This represents an impressive 34% year-on-year increase. Earnings per share (EPS) for Q4 FY26 stood at Rs 98.3, underscoring strong operational efficiency and market demand.
Full Year FY26 Highlights and Share Buyback
For the entire financial year 2026, Bajaj Auto demonstrated sustained growth across key metrics:
- Revenue from Operations: Increased by 17% year-on-year to Rs 58,732 crore.
- EBITDA: Climbed 19% to Rs 12,019 crore, with margins expanding by 30 basis points to 20.5%.
- Profit After Tax (PAT): Rose 21% year-on-year to Rs 9,825 crore.
- Diluted EPS: Reached Rs 351.5, up from Rs 291.5 in FY25.
- Total Volumes: Surpassed 51.17 lakh units, a 10% year-on-year increase and the highest in the company's history.
In addition to the dividend, Bajaj Auto's board also approved a share buyback program. The company plans to buy back shares at Rs 12,000 per share, with a total consideration of up to Rs 5,633 crore. This buyback will be conducted via a tender offer route and is subject to shareholder approval. The proposed buyback price represents a 16% premium over the prevailing market price, signaling confidence in the company's valuation.
Historical Dividend Payouts
Bajaj Auto has a consistent track record of rewarding its shareholders. In the previous year, on May 29, 2025, the company declared a final dividend of Rs 210.00 per share. Prior to that, dividends of Rs 80 in April 2024, Rs 140 in April 2023, Rs 140 in April 2022, and Rs 140 in April 2021 were declared, showcasing a steady commitment to shareholder returns.