Maruti Suzuki India, recognized as the leading passenger car manufacturer in the country, unveiled its financial results for Q4 on April 25. This announcement also included a significant dividend for its shareholders, reflecting the company’s commitment to returning value to its investors.
Final Dividend Announcement
During the recent board meeting, Maruti Suzuki’s directors approved a final dividend of ₹135 per share for the financial year 2024-2025. This decision translates to a total dividend payout of approximately ₹4,244.4 crore. For comparison, the previous year’s dividend was ₹125 per share, amounting to ₹3,930 crore. The regulatory filing noted, “The Board has recommended a final dividend totaling ₹42,444 million, which is subject to shareholder approval at the upcoming Annual General Meeting.”
Key Dividend Dates
Maruti Suzuki has established important dates concerning its dividend distribution:
- Record Date: Shareholders must be registered by August 1, 2025, to qualify for the dividend.
- Payment Date: The dividend will be disbursed on September 3, 2025.
To clarify, only those listed as shareholders by the close of business on the record date will receive the payout.
Q4 Financial Highlights
In the fourth quarter of FY25, Maruti Suzuki reported a net profit decline of 4.3%, reaching ₹3,711 crore, down from ₹3,879 crore in the same quarter of the previous year. Despite this dip in profits, the company’s revenue experienced a positive shift, climbing 6.4% to ₹40,674 crore compared to ₹38,235 crore year-on-year.
Operationally, the EBITDA for the March 2025 quarter fell by 9%, totaling ₹4,264 crore, down from ₹4,685 crore. The EBITDA margin also decreased by 150 basis points, settling at 10.5% from 12.3% year-on-year.
As of 2:30 PM, Maruti Suzuki’s shares were trading down by 0.93%, priced at ₹11,790.00 on the Bombay Stock Exchange.
These figures highlight Maruti Suzuki’s ongoing challenges and successes as it navigates the competitive automotive landscape in India. For more details on their financial strategies and market performance, you can visit their official website.
