Unveiling the IT Dividend Champions: Infosys, TCS, Wipro, and HCL Tech's FY25 Payout Insights

As the earnings season unfolds, India’s leading IT firms are not only revealing their financial outcomes and securing new deals, but they’re also announcing dividend payouts for their shareholders. In the wake of the Q4 FY25 results, industry giants like Infosys, Wipro, TCS, and HCL Technologies have disclosed their dividend distributions. So, which tech titan has emerged as the most generous for shareholders in FY25?

Let’s dive into the dividend specifics and observe the market movements of these stocks throughout the year.

Infosys: A Generous Final Dividend

Infosys made waves in the investment community by declaring a final dividend of ₹22 per share, marking its highest payout in nearly ten years. This announcement brings the total dividend for FY25 to ₹43 per share, which includes an earlier interim dividend of ₹21. Over the past year, Infosys has distributed a total of ₹49 per share to its shareholders. The record date for this final dividend is set for May 30, with payments expected by June 30, 2025.

Market Performance:
- Recent Price Movement: Up 4% in the last five days
- Monthly Trend: Down 7%
- Six-Month Change: Down 21%
- Year-to-Date (YTD): Down 22%
- Annual Performance: Up 2%

Wipro: A Modest Payout

Wipro opted for a straightforward approach this year. The company did not announce any new dividends for Q4 FY25, instead confirming that the interim dividend of ₹6, declared in January 2025, will serve as the final payout for the fiscal year. While this marks an improvement from previous years—where dividends typically hovered around ₹1 per share—it remains modest relative to its competitors.

Market Performance:
- Recent Price Movement: Up 4% today
- Monthly Trend: Down 9%
- Year-to-Date (YTD): Down 19%
- Annual Performance: Positive return of nearly 6%

TCS: Consistent Rewards for Shareholders

TCS continued its streak of rewarding investors by announcing a final dividend of ₹30 per share for FY25. This follows an impressive payout of ₹76 per share earlier in January 2025, which included a ₹66 special dividend and a ₹10 interim dividend. The total dividend for FY25 now stands at an impressive ₹126 per share, reflecting the company’s commitment to its shareholders.

Market Performance:
- Recent Price Movement: Up 3% today
- Recent Five-Day Trend: Up 4%
- Monthly Change: Down 6%
- Year-to-Date (YTD): Down 17%
- Annual Performance: Down 12%

HCL Technologies: Strong Payouts

HCL Technologies announced a new interim dividend of ₹18 per share in April 2025, payable by May 6. This comes after an earlier ₹12 interim dividend and a ₹6 special dividend in January, bringing the total for the year to ₹60 per share. HCL has consistently provided dividends, with 90 payouts declared since 2003.

Market Performance:
- Recent Price Movement: Up 8% today
- Recent Five-Day Trend: Up 12%
- Six-Month Change: Down 13%
- Year-to-Date (YTD): Down 16%
- Annual Performance: Up 7%

Conclusion

As we analyze the dividends declared by these major IT players, it’s evident that while Infosys stands out with its substantial payout, each company has navigated a unique path in FY25. Shareholders should keep an eye on these developments as they reflect not only on company performance but also on the overall health of the tech industry in India. For ongoing insights into tech investments, stay tuned for updates.