SAIL Sets Record Date for Rs 2.35 Final Dividend, AGM Scheduled for September 24
Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) has announced a record date of September 30, 2026, to determine shareholders eligible for a proposed final dividend of Rs 2.35 per share for FY26. This dividend is subject to approval at the company's Annual General Meeting scheduled for September 24, 2026. If approved, payments will be made within 30 days. SAIL also reported a 121% year-on-year rise in consolidated net profit to Rs 1,644 crore in Q1 FY27, with marginal revenue growth.
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mint broke this story on 21 Aug, 09:48 am. Other outlets followed.