Hindustan Zinc Announces Lowest Dividend

Vedanta - Owned Hindustan Zinc Announces Lowest Dividend of ₹6 per share Since 2018.

Source- CNBC TV18

Dividend Announcement

Hindustan Zinc, majority-owned by Vedanta, declares a second interim dividend of ₹6 per share, the lowest since 2018

Source- CNBC TV18

Financial Snapshot

In FY2023, the company issued a total dividend of ₹75.5 per share. CNBC-TV18 reports cash depletion after the March final dividend

Source- CNBC TV18

Vedanta's Stake

Vedanta, holding a 64.92% stake in Hindustan Zinc, plans to receive ₹1,645 crore from the dividend payout

Source- CNBC TV18

Debt Repayment Deadline

Vedanta faces a $1 billion debt repayment in January 2024. Chairman Anil Agarwal states all options are open for repayment

Source- CNBC TV18

Market Impact

Hindustan Zinc shares surge nearly 2% to ₹330.75 post-announcement, turning positive for the year, up 1.5% in 2023

Source- CNBC TV18

Strategic Move

Dividend and record date align with Vedanta's debt repayment deadline, showcasing financial strategy and potential impact on shareholder value

Source- CNBC TV18