Hathway Cable & Datacom Dividend & Ex-dividend History
HATHWAY • No Dividend Payments
Performance Comparison: Capital Gains vs. Sector Dividend Yield
Financial Position Facts
Key financial metrics showing how the company uses its profits
Profitability
Revenue (2025)
₹559 Cr
Net Profit
₹18 Cr
Profit Margin
3.2%
Profits retained for growth
Cash Generation
Operating Cash Flow
₹-410 Cr
Free Cash Flow
₹-137 Cr
Available for reinvestment or dividends
Media Sector Dividend Landscape
See how Hathway Cable & Datacom compares to other companies in the sector
60.0%
Companies Pay Dividends
1.95%
Average Dividend Yield
5.29%
Highest Yield
20
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Dividend vs. Non-Dividend Performance
Compare how dividend and non-dividend companies have performed in the sector (1-year returns)
Dividend-Paying Peers
Average Price Return
45.43%
Balaji Telefilms
0.0% dividend yield
45.43%
Non-Dividend Peers
Average Price Return
7.78%
Baba Arts
No dividend payments
-25.66%
BAG Films & Media
No dividend payments
-34.84%
7Seas Entertainment
No dividend payments
-10.28%
Tax Implications: Capital Gains vs. Dividends
Understanding the tax efficiency of non-dividend stocks
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 Hathway Cable & Datacom pay dividends?
Based on available financial data, Hathway Cable & Datacom retains its earnings for business operations and growth.
The company reported ₹18 crores in net profit
for 2025, 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 Media?
In the Media sector, 60.0% of companies currently pay dividends
with an average yield of 1.95%. Hathway Cable & Datacom is among the
8 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
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