Bonus, Stock Split and Dividend This Week: Castrol India, IRFC and More

This week, several major companies are making significant corporate moves that could impact investors. From dividend payouts and stock splits to bonus issues, it’s essential to stay informed about these actions and how they may affect your portfolio and investment strategy.
Upcoming Corporate Actions This Week – Dividend Announcements
| Company | Dividend (₹) | Announcement Date | Ex-Date |
| Castrol (Special dividend) | 4.5 | 04 February, 2025 | 18 March, 2025 |
| Castrol (Final dividend) | 5 | 03 February, 2025 | 18 March, 2025 |
| DIC India | 4 | 21 February, 2025 | 18 March, 2025 |
| Power Finance | 3.5 | 12 March, 2025 | 19 March, 2025 |
| AGI Infra | 0.5 | 03 March, 2025 | 19 March, 2025 |
| Angel One | 11 | 12 March, 2025 | 20 March, 2025 |
| IRFC | – | 10 March, 2025 | 21 March, 2025 |
| Acceleratebs | 0.8 | 06 March, 2025 | 21 March, 2025 |
Bonus Issue This Week
| Company | Bonus Ratio | Announcement Date | Ex-Date |
| Padam Cotton | 2:3 | 24 January, 2025 | 18 March, 2025 |
| Greenlam Ind | 1:1 | 30 January, 2025 | 21 March, 2025 |
Upcoming Corporate Actions This Week – Stock Split
| Company | Split Ratio | Announcement Date | Ex-Date |
| Sika Interplant | 10:2 | 09 August, 2024 | 17 March, 2025 |
| Blue Pearl Agri | 10:1 | 30 January, 2025 | 20 March, 2025 |
| Shukra Pharma | 10:1 | 29 January, 2025 | 21 March, 2025 |
| Last Mile Ent. | 10:1 | 16 January, 2025 | 21 March, 2025 |
| Optimus Finance | 10:1 | 16 January, 2025 | 21 March, 2025 |
| Softrak Biotech | 10:1 | 10 January, 2025 | 21 March, 2025 |
Eligibility for Corporate Actions This Week
1. Castrol India
Castrol has announced two dividend payouts. A special dividend ₹4.5 per share and a final dividend: ₹5 per share, with the ex-date set for March 18, 2025. Investors holding shares before this date will be eligible to receive the dividend. The company’s consistent dividend payout reflects its strong cash flow and commitment to shareholder returns.
2. Padam Cotton
Padam Cotton has declared a bonus issue in the ratio of 2:3, meaning shareholders will receive 2 additional shares for every 3 held. The ex-date is March 18, 2025, making it crucial for investors to hold the stock before this date to qualify.
3. IRFC
IRFC has set March 21, 2025, as the ex-date for its corporate action, though the company has not yet announced a dividend amount. Investors should watch for any further updates regarding the final dividend decision. IRFC remains a key player in financing railway infrastructure in India.
4. Power Finance Corporation
Power Finance Corporation has declared a dividend of ₹3.5 per share, with an ex-date of March 19, 2025.
5. Greenlam Industries
Greenlam Industries is offering a bonus issue in the ratio of 1:1, meaning shareholders will receive one additional share for every one held. The ex-date is March 21, 2025.
Disclaimer: This blog has been written exclusively for educational purposes. The securities mentioned are only examples and not recommendations. This does not constitute a personal recommendation/investment advice. It does not aim to influence any individual or entity to make investment decisions. Recipients should conduct their own research and assessments to form an independent opinion about investment decisions.
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Published on: Mar 17, 2025, 9:18 AM IST

Neha Dubey
Neha Dubey is a Content Analyst with 3 years of experience in financial journalism, having written for a leading newswire agency and multiple newspapers. At Angel One, she creates daily content on finance and the economy. Neha holds a degree in Economics and a Master’s in Journalism.
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