Trent Limited has announced its financial results for the quarter and year ended March 31, 2026, showcasing significant growth. The Board of Directors has recommended a final dividend of Rs. 6.00 per share and approved a 1:2 bonus share issuance. Additionally, the company is set to raise up to ₹2,500 crore, adopt a new employee stock option plan, and appoint Mr. Bahram Vakil as an Additional Director to strengthen its leadership team.
Financial Performance Review
For the financial year ended March 31, 2026, the company reported a robust performance. The standalone revenue from operations surged to ₹19,701.41 crore, compared to ₹16,668.11 crore in the previous year. The net profit for the year reached ₹1,967.82 crore, an increase from ₹1,584.84 crore in the previous fiscal year. Consolidated results also demonstrated strong momentum, with the total revenue for the year standing at ₹20,074.21 crore and a net profit of ₹1,721.33 crore.
Capital Expansion and Bonus Issue
In a move to reward shareholders, the Board has proposed a 1:2 bonus share issue, where eligible shareholders will receive 1 (one) new equity share for every 2 (two) fully paid-up equity shares held as of the record date. Furthermore, the company has secured enabling approval to raise up to ₹2,500 crore through various modes, including a potential rights issue, to support its future growth and capital expenditure requirements.
Strategic Leadership and HR Initiatives
The Board has appointed Mr. Bahram Vakil as an Additional Director (Non-Executive, Non-Independent), effective April 23, 2026. Mr. Vakil brings extensive legal expertise in restructuring and bankruptcy resolution. Additionally, the company has adopted the ‘Trent Limited – Employee Stock Option Plan 2026’, which will issue 8,88,700 equity shares—representing 0.25% of the total issued share capital—to eligible employees, further aligning employee interests with the company’s long-term growth.
Dividend Recommendation
Alongside its strategic growth plans, the company has recommended a final dividend of 600%, equating to Rs. 6.00 per equity share of Re. 1/- each. This dividend payout is subject to shareholder approval at the upcoming 74th Annual General Meeting.
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