Vedanta, a Mumbai‑headquartered diversified natural‑resources giant, has a long track record of shareholder returns . In FY25 alone, the company distributed Rs 35 per share through interim dividends, including Rs 11 in May 2024, Rs 4 in August 2024, Rs 20 in September 2024, and a fourth interim of Rs 8.50 in December 2024.
Over the trailing 12 months, total dividend payout reached Rs 46 per share, yielding around 9% to 11% given its share price.
Vedanta is one of the world’s largest diversified metals and mining companies, operating across sectors including zinc, aluminium, copper, iron ore, oil & gas, and power
It operates major businesses like Hindustan Zinc, BALCO, Sterlite Copper, Sterlite Energy, and Cairn India. As of FY24, Vedanta had consolidated revenues of approximately Rs 41,217 crore and net profit of Rs 3,483 crore.
Vedanta’s frequent interim dividends reflect strong cash flows from its metallurgical and mining operations and a robust earnings outlook. The board typically meets mid‑year and year‑end to declare interim payouts. The upcoming June 18 meeting aligns with this established strategy.(Disclaimer: Recommendations, suggestions, views, and opinions given by experts are their own. These do not represent the views of the Economic Times)