Bajaj Holdings & Investment Limited reported its best-ever financial performance for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2026. The board has recommended a final dividend of Rs. 130 per share, which includes a special Rs. 50 payout to celebrate the Bajaj Group’s centenary. Driven by strong investment income and gains, both standalone and consolidated annual profits reached record highs, underscoring the company’s robust strategic investment approach.
Financial Highlights
For the financial year ended March 31, 2026, the company achieved significant growth in profitability. The consolidated profit after tax rose by 48% to Rs. 9,637 crore compared to Rs. 6,521 crore in the previous year. Similarly, standalone profit after tax surged to Rs. 4,708 crore from Rs. 1,291 crore. The quarterly consolidated profit for Q4 (Jan-Mar 2026) also showed strong momentum, increasing to Rs. 2,575 crore from Rs. 1,725 crore in the same period last year.
Strategic Dividend Payout
The Board of Directors has recommended a final dividend of Rs. 130 (1300%) per equity share of Rs. 10 face value. This payout includes a special Rs. 50 (500%) celebratory dividend to mark 100 years of the Bajaj Group. Subject to shareholder approval at the upcoming Annual General Meeting, the dividend will be credited on or before August 5, 2026. The record date for determining eligible shareholders has been set for June 30, 2026.
Key Strategic Developments
The fiscal year was defined by several major milestones, including the acquisition of a 17.56% stake in Bajaj General Insurance and Bajaj Life Insurance for an aggregate of Rs. 16,333 crore. Additionally, the company realized a profit of Rs. 1,983 crore from the sale of equity shares in Bajaj Finserv Limited. These actions reflect the company’s commitment to optimizing its investment portfolio as it seeks to re-categorize into a Core Investment Company, a process currently under review by the Reserve Bank of India.
Board and Governance
The company announced the re-appointment of Dr. Arindam Bhattacharya as a Non-executive Independent Director for a second five-year term, effective from September 17, 2026. Dr. Bhattacharya brings over 30 years of expertise in industrial consulting, previously serving as the Managing Director of the Boston Consulting Group (BCG) India. The 81st Annual General Meeting is scheduled for July 31, 2026.
Source: BSE
