GKB Ophthalmics Dividend & Ex-dividend History

GKB • No Dividend Payments
No Dividend Data Available
GKB Ophthalmics (GKB) has not declared any dividends from 01-January-1990.

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GKB Capital Gains vs Healthcare Sector Dividend Yield

GKB Ophthalmics Revenue, Net Profit & Cash Flow — No Dividend Payout

GKB revenue, net profit, operating cash flow and free cash flow — earnings retained for reinvestment rather than dividend distribution.

Profitability

Revenue (2026) ₹31 Cr
Net Profit ₹1 Cr
Profit Margin 3.2%
Profits retained for growth

Cash Generation

Operating Cash Flow ₹-3 Cr
Free Cash Flow ₹0 Cr
Available for reinvestment or dividends

Healthcare Sector Dividend Yield & Payout Landscape

GKB vs Healthcare peers — sector dividend payout rate, average yield and companies paying dividends.
90.0%
Companies Pay Dividends
0.95%
Average Dividend Yield
2.79%
Highest Yield
20
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GKB Sector Peers Paying Dividends — Healthcare

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Healthcare Sector — Dividend vs Non-Dividend Stock Returns

1-year price return comparison: dividend-paying peers vs non-dividend peers in the Healthcare sector including GKB.

Dividend-Paying Peers

Average Price Return 29.13%
Advanced Enzyme Tech
1.02% dividend yield
8.3%
Aarti Pharma Labs
0.42% dividend yield
-20.39%
Abbott
0.92% dividend yield
-21.68%

Non-Dividend Peers

Average Price Return 16.33%
Achyut Healthcare
No dividend payments
41.13%
Aarey Drugs & Pharmaceuticals
No dividend payments
40.5%
Accretion Pharmaceuticals
No dividend payments
0.0%

GKB — STCG, LTCG & TDS on Dividends Compared

Capital gains tax rates (STCG, LTCG) on GKB Ophthalmics vs TDS on dividend income — tax treatment for Indian investors.

Capital Gains Tax

Long-term (>1 year) 10.0%
LTCG Exemption ₹100,000
Short-term (<1 year) 15.0%
Long-term capital gains (>1 year holding) taxed at 10% above ₹1 lakh exemption

Dividend Tax

TDS Rate 10.0%
Tax Treatment Added to Income
Dividends are subject to TDS at 10% if annual dividend exceeds ₹5,000

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Why doesn't GKB Ophthalmics pay dividends?
Based on available financial data, GKB Ophthalmics retains its earnings for business operations and growth. The company reported ₹1 crores in net profit for 2026, which has been retained rather than distributed as dividends. Companies typically retain earnings to fund expansion, reduce debt, or build cash reserves.
Q: How does this compare to other companies in Healthcare?
In the Healthcare sector, 90.0% of companies currently pay dividends with an average yield of 0.95%. GKB Ophthalmics is among the 2 companies in our database that don't pay dividends.
Q: What returns have investors received instead of dividends?
Historical price performance data is not available for detailed analysis.
Q: Should I invest in this stock if I want income?
This stock provides returns through price appreciation rather than dividend income. For income-focused investors:
  • Consider the tax efficiency of capital gains vs. dividends for your situation
  • Look at dividend-paying alternatives in the same sector
  • Consider combining growth stocks with dividend stocks for a balanced portfolio
Q: What's the tax difference between capital gains and dividends?
Current tax rates in India:
  • Dividend income: 10% TDS (if annual dividend exceeds ₹5,000), added to taxable income
  • Long-term capital gains: 10% on gains above ₹1,00,000
  • Short-term capital gains: 15% flat rate
For many investors, long-term capital gains can be more tax-efficient than dividend income.