Several prominent Indian companies are set to trade ex-dividend in August 2025, offering potential income opportunities for investors. Here's a summary of the announced dividends and relevant dates for BHEL, MCX, Maruti Suzuki, Varun Beverages, Coal India, IOC, and HAL:

Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL)

• Dividend: ₹0.50 per equity share (25% on face value of ₹2 each) for the financial year 2024-25.
• Record Date: August 1, 2025. This is the date on which shareholders must be registered in the company's books to be eligible for the dividend.
• Payment Date: On or before September 17, 2025.
• BHEL has scheduled its 61st Annual General Meeting (AGM) for August 19, 2025.

Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX)

• Dividend: ₹30.00 per share. This is the highest dividend declared by MCX in the last five years.
• Ex-Dividend Date: August 8, 2025.
• Record Date: August 8, 2025.
• Dividend Yield: Around 0.10%.

Maruti Suzuki India

• Dividend: ₹135 per share.
• Ex-Dividend Date: August 1, 2025.
• Record Date: August 1, 2025. Shareholders owning shares on or before this date are eligible for the dividend.
• Payment Date: September 3, 2025.

Varun Beverages

• Dividend: ₹0.50 per share (25% of face value of ₹2). This is the second interim dividend for the financial year 2025.
• Ex-Date: August 1, 2025.
• Record Date: August 2, 2025.
• Payment Date: On or after August 5, 2025.

Coal India

• Dividend: ₹5.50 per equity share. This is the first interim dividend for the financial year 2025-26.
• Ex Date: August 18, 2025.
• Record Date: August 6, 2025.
• Payment Date: By August 30, 2025.

Indian Oil Corporation Ltd (IOC)

• Dividend: ₹3.00 per equity share for the financial year 2024-25.
• Record Date: August 8, 2025.

Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL)

• Dividend: ₹15 per equity share for the financial year 2024-25. This represents 300% of the face value of ₹5 per share.
• Record Date: August 21, 2025.
• The dividend will be paid within 30 days of approval at the AGM.

Understanding Ex-Dividend Dates and Record Dates

To be eligible for a dividend, investors must purchase the shares before the ex-dividend date. The record date is when the company determines the list of shareholders eligible for the dividend payout. If you purchase shares on or after the ex-dividend date, you will not be entitled to the upcoming dividend.

Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Investors should conduct their own research and consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions.