Coal India Dividend & Ex-dividend History

COALINDIA • Dividend Analysis

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Latest Dividend
₹26.5
6.2% Yield • 2025-March
Annual Payment

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Dividend Summary

Latest Dividend ₹26.5
Average Dividend ₹18.97

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Dividend Overview

Learn about different types of dividends and what Coal India's dividend payments mean for your investment strategy.

Regular Dividend

Periodic payments made from company earnings, typically quarterly or annually. Most Indian companies pay annual dividends after AGM approval.

• Predictable schedule • From operational profits • Signals financial stability
Coal India: Pays annual

Special Dividend

One-time payments when companies have excess cash from asset sales, extraordinary profits, or strong performance beyond regular operations.

• Non-recurring payment • Usually larger amounts • From exceptional gains

Interim Dividend

Mid-year payments declared during the financial year (April-March) before final accounts preparation, based on preliminary performance.

• Declared mid-year • No AGM approval needed • Shows strong performance

Final Dividend

Year-end payment declared after complete financial results and approved by shareholders at Annual General Meeting (AGM).

• Requires AGM approval • Based on full-year results • Most common in India

Key Investment Insights

Dividend Yield: Annual dividend as percentage of stock price. Higher yield may signal value opportunity or potential risk. (Coal India: 7.49% avg)
Ex-Dividend Date: Last day to buy stock and receive upcoming dividend. Stock price typically drops by dividend amount on this date.
Consistency Matters: Regular dividend payments indicate financial stability, while growth in dividends suggests business expansion. (Coal India: 90.0% consistency)
Tax Implications: Dividends taxed as income with 10% TDS if exceeding ₹5,000 annually. Consider tax efficiency vs. capital gains.

Dividend Payment History

Year Period Dividend per Share Dividend Yield Payment Type
2026 March ₹0.00 0.00% Annual
2025 March ₹26.50 6.20% Annual
2024 March ₹25.50 6.40% Annual
2023 March ₹24.25 5.59% Annual
2022 March ₹17.00 7.98% Annual
2021 March ₹16.00 8.74% Annual
2020 March ₹12.00 9.21% Annual
2019 March ₹13.10 9.35% Annual
2018 March ₹16.50 6.96% Annual
2017 March ₹19.90 7.02% Annual

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How much dividend does Coal India pay?
Coal India last paid a dividend of ₹26.5 with a yield of 6.2%. The company typically pays dividends annual.
Q: What is Coal India dividend yield?
Coal India has an average dividend yield of 7.49% based on historical data. The highest yield recorded was 9.35% and the lowest was 5.59%.
Q: How often does Coal India pay dividends?
Coal India typically pays dividends annual. The company has maintained a consistent payment frequency.
Q: Is Coal India a good dividend stock?
Coal India has paid dividends with 90.0% consistency over 10 years. The company has paid dividends in 9 out of 10 years tracked. Consider this alongside your investment goals and risk tolerance.
Q: How has Coal India dividend grown over time?
Dividend growth information can be analyzed from the historical trend chart and data table above.
Q: What factors affect Coal India dividend payments?
Dividend payments depend on the company's profitability, cash flow, business expansion plans, and board decisions. Factors that may affect Coal India dividends include:
  • Company's financial performance and earnings
  • Cash flow requirements for business operations
  • Capital expenditure and expansion plans
  • Industry conditions and economic environment
  • Board of directors' dividend policy decisions
Always consider these factors alongside the historical dividend data when making investment decisions.

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