Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India’s largest IT firm, has made headlines by announcing a massive Rs 44,962 crore in shareholder dividends for the financial year 2025. The company declared a final dividend of Rs 30 per share, amounting to a 3000 percent payout on its Re 1 face value shares.
Record Date Yet to Be Announced
Although TCS has not officially disclosed the record date for this dividend, investors can expect it to be announced in May. Historically, TCS has set record dates for final dividends about a month after announcing results. In 2024, for example, the record date came nearly four weeks after the dividend announcement.
FY25 Dividend Totals Rs 126 Per Share
Before this Rs 30 final dividend, TCS had already rewarded shareholders with Rs 96 per share in FY25—comprising three interim dividends of Rs 10 each and a special dividend of Rs 66. With the final dividend included, the total dividend payout for FY25 now stands at a generous Rs 126 per share.
Share Price Drops Despite Huge Payout
Despite this record-breaking dividend announcement, TCS shares have been under pressure. The stock closed slightly in the red at Rs 3232.30 on Friday. Over the past two weeks, it has declined more than 10 percent, and the overall drop in 2025 so far exceeds 21 percent, reflecting investor concerns amid a challenging IT environment.
Massive Payout, Mixed Sentiment
The Rs 44,962 crore dividend is one of the largest cash rewards in Indian corporate history, showcasing TCS’s robust balance sheet and commitment to shareholders. However, the significant fall in stock price shows the market is still cautious about future growth and broader sector performance.
Conclusion
TCS’s record dividend has delighted investors on paper, but the real challenge lies in regaining market confidence. With a possible record date announcement around the corner, shareholders will be watching closely for cues—not just about payouts but also about the company’s growth strategy in a tough tech climate.
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