Uno Minda Limited reported strong financial results for the year ended March 31, 2026. The board recommended a final dividend of Rs. 1.75 per share, bringing the total dividend for the year to Rs. 2.65 per equity share. Additionally, the company announced strategic investments, including a Rs. 550 crore 4W-EV Powertrain Project and further equity infusions into subsidiaries to support long-term growth and business scaling.
Full-Year Financial Performance
For the financial year ended March 31, 2026, Uno Minda Limited showcased robust growth. The company reported a net profit of Rs. 971.69 crore on a standalone basis, while consolidated net profit stood at Rs. 1,284.06 crore. This performance highlights the company’s operational efficiency and strong market demand for its diverse portfolio of automotive components.
Dividend Announcement
The Board of Directors has recommended a final dividend of Rs. 1.75 per share (87.5% of face value) for the financial year 2025-26, subject to shareholder approval. Including the previously paid interim dividend of Rs. 0.90 per share, the total dividend for the year amounts to Rs. 2.65 per share. The record date for determining eligibility for the final dividend is Friday, May 29, 2026.
Strategic Growth and Infrastructure Projects
The company is actively investing in the electric vehicle (EV) segment. The Board approved a Detailed Project Report (DPR) for a 4W-EV Powertrain Project, with a total cost of approximately Rs. 550 crore, to be executed through its subsidiary, Uno Minda Auto Innovations Private Limited. To fund this, the company plans an additional investment of Rs. 310 crore in the equity capital of this subsidiary over the next two years.
Capital Raising and Corporate Developments
To support future growth strategies and long-term funding requirements, the company has sought shareholder approval to raise up to Rs. 2,500 crore. This fund-raising, to be executed in one or more tranches, may involve various instruments, including equity-linked securities, bonds, or qualified institutional placements. Additionally, the Board approved further investments of up to Rs. 20 crore in its wholly-owned subsidiary, Uno Minda EV Systems Private Limited, and finalized the acquisition of a remaining 19% stake in Minda Onkyo India Private Limited at a revised valuation of Rs. 0.68 per share.
Auditor Appointments
The company announced key administrative updates, including the re-appointment of M/s Protiviti India Member Private Limited as Internal Auditor for the 2026-27 fiscal year. Furthermore, the Board recommended the re-appointment of M/s S.R. Batliboi & Co. LLP as Statutory Auditors for a second term of five consecutive years, starting from the conclusion of the 34th Annual General Meeting until the 39th.
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