Upcoming dividends: Maruti Suzuki, ICICI Bank, Britannia among key stocks nearing record date; check details

Several prominent companies have declared the record date for the recently announced dividend payouts. ICICI Bank, Grasim Industries, Maruti Suzuki, and Britannia are among the list of stocks approaching their dividend record date soon.

ICICI Bank (Market cap: ₹10.56 lakh crore)

ICICI Bank has recommended a final dividend of ₹11 per equity share (550%) of ₹2 face value for the FY25. For Q1FY26, the private lender reported 15.5% YoY growth in profit after tax to ₹12,768 crore. The bank's domestic loan grew by 12% YoY, with retail loans up by 6.9% YoY. The net NPA ratio stood at 0.41% as of 30 June 2025. So far this year, ICICI Bank have delivered over 15% return to its investors.

Maruti Suzuki (Market cap: ₹3.93 lakh crore)

Maruti Suzuki India has recommended a final dividend of ₹135 per equity share of ₹5 face value for the FY25. India’s largest automaker will announce its June quarter results on July 31. In FY25, the company reported a 4.6% YoY increase in sales volume, reaching 22.3 lakh units. Net sales grew by 7.5% YoY to ₹1,45,115.2 crore, with a 9.3% YoY rise in operating EBIT to ₹14,625.9 crore. Profit before tax rose by 12.6% YoY, while PAT grew by 5.6% YoY to ₹13,955.2 crore.

Grasim Industries (Market cap: ₹1.89 lakh crore)

Grasim Industries Limited has recommended a dividend of ₹10 per share of ₹2 face value for the fiscal year 2025. The company reported a strong financial performance for FY25, with revenue reaching ₹1.48 lakh crore, up 13% YoY, and PAT of ₹3,681 crore, down 34% YoY, due to higher interest and depreciation costs. The highest-ever quarterly revenue of ₹44,267 crore and EBITDA of ₹6,548 crore were achieved in Q4FY25. The company’s shares have rose over 13% so far this year.

Britannia (Market cap: ₹1.37 lakh crore)

Britannia Industries has recommended a final dividend of ₹75 per share of ₹1 face value for FY25. The company reported a revenue from operations of ₹17,943 crore, reflecting a 7% YoY growth. Profit after tax increased by 1.8% YoY to ₹2,178 crore.

Marico (Market cap: ₹91,029 crore)

Marico has recommended a final dividend of ₹7 per equity share for FY25. The company reported a turnover of ₹10,831 crore for FY25. Consolidated profit after tax grew by 8.36% YoY to ₹1,593 crore. Key performance indicators include an EBITDA margin of 19.7%, a return on capital employed of 47.2%, and earnings per share of ₹12.6. The company’s stock has delivered a 9.6% return so far this year.

Other prominent stocks like Apollo Hospitals, Hitachi Energy, PI Industries, and Berger Paints have announced attractive final dividends for their shareholders. Apollo Hospitals has declared a final dividend of ₹10/- per share, while Hitachi Energy has recommended a final dividend of ₹6 per share. The record dates for these companies are fast approaching, with investors holding shares before these dates being eligible for the dividend payouts.

As we head into August, dividend payouts from these well-established companies represent a significant opportunity for investors looking to enhance their portfolio returns. With companies like Grasim, ICICI Bank, and Maruti Suzuki posting solid financial results, these dividends could offer investors an additional cushion during a volatile market phase.

Why do these dividends matter?

Dividend declarations not only reflect a company’s profitability but also indicate its cash flow management and investor-friendly approach. For long-term investors, dividends are a sign of stability, and many view these payouts as a way to generate passive income.