GM Breweries Dividend Announcement: ₹9 Per Share Payout Proposed for FY26

Mumbai-based GM Breweries has announced a dividend of ₹9 per equity share for the financial year ended March 2026, reflecting a 90% payout on its face value of ₹10 per share. The proposal, subject to shareholder approval, was disclosed in an exchange filing on April 9.

If approved, eligible shareholders will receive ₹9 for every share held. However, the company is yet to announce the record date, which will determine investor eligibility for the dividend payout.

GM Breweries Dividend Details and Share Price Reaction

The proposed dividend indicates a strong payout intent despite a mixed earnings performance. Following the announcement, the GM Breweries share price showed mild recovery, trading 1.42% higher at ₹1,102.50 on April 10 morning trade, after closing 3% lower in the previous session.

The absence of a declared record date means investors will need to track further updates, as eligibility for dividends depends on holding shares before this cut-off.

GM Breweries Q4 FY26 Performance Remains Muted

GM Breweries reported a mixed set of results for the January–March quarter. Net profit declined nearly 11% year-on-year to ₹54.07 crore, compared to ₹60.46 crore in the same period last year.

However, revenue from operations grew 22% to ₹812 crore, driven by improved sales volumes. The gains were offset by a 19.8% rise in total expenses, which stood at ₹761.30 crore. Higher duties and lower income from other sources further weighed on profitability.

Earnings per share (EPS) also declined to ₹23.66 in Q4 FY26 from ₹26.47 a year ago, indicating margin pressure despite topline growth.

Long-Term Performance and Key Levels

Despite short-term volatility, the stock has delivered strong long-term returns. GM Breweries shares have gained over 194% in the past five years and more than 124% in the last three years. On a one-year basis, the stock is up over 54%, although it has declined 16.59% on a year-to-date basis.

The stock hit a 52-week high of ₹1,328.80 in January 2026 and a low of ₹630 in May 2025. As of April 10, the company’s market capitalisation stood at ₹2,307.31 crore.

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Conclusion

GM Breweries’ ₹9 dividend announcement highlights its commitment to shareholder returns, even as profitability remains under pressure. While revenue growth is encouraging, rising costs continue to impact margins. Investors may watch for the record date announcement and upcoming quarters for clearer signals on earnings stability and dividend sustainability.

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