Over 17 companies are set to undertake shareholder-focused activities such as dividends, stock splits, bonus issues, buybacks, and income distributions. Prominent names include National Aluminium Company, Hexaware Technologies, Central Bank of India, and Oracle Financial Services Software, making it a crucial period for investors tracking record dates and ex-dates.
Dividend announcements form the bulk of this week’s activity, reflecting strong earnings visibility across sectors. Oracle Financial Services Software stands out with a massive ₹270 per share interim dividend. Public sector lenders like Central Bank of India and UCO Bank have also declared dividends, alongside companies such as Laurus Labs and Sundram Fasteners.
| Company | Ex-Date | Dividend | Record Date |
| UCO Bank | May 4 | ₹0.44 | May 4 |
| Oracle Financial Services Software | May 7 | ₹270 | May 7 |
| Central Bank of India | May 8 | ₹0.60 | May 8 |
| Laurus Labs | May 8 | ₹1.20 | May 8 |
| NALCO | May 8 | ₹2.00 | May 8 |
| Ramkrishna Forgings | May 8 | - | May 8 |
Beyond dividends, structural corporate actions are also in focus. Here is a complete breakdown:
| Company | Ex-Date | Action | Record Date |
| Jagsonpal Pharmaceuticals | May 4 | Buyback of Shares | May 4 |
| Avro India | May 5 | Stock Split (₹10 to ₹1) | May 5 |
| Alka India | May 8 | Bonus Issue (6:1) | May 8 |
Income-focused investors will also track distributions from real estate and infrastructure trusts. Mindspace Business Parks REIT and Indus Infra Trust have scheduled payouts on May 5, offering stable yield opportunities amid market volatility.
| Entity | Ex-Date | Record Date |
| Indus Infra Trust | May 5 | May 5 |
| Mindspace Business Parks REIT | May 5 | May 5 |
The upcoming week underscores a strong phase of shareholder returns, with dividends leading the charge while bonus issues, splits, and buybacks add further momentum. For investors, keeping track of ex-dates and record dates remains critical to effectively capture these opportunities and align portfolio strategies with ongoing corporate developments.
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: May 4, 2026, 12:20 PM IST
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