5 Companies Paying Dividends Today: KEC, PTC India, Gillette India and More

Hey! If you’ve been keeping an eye on the stock market or even if you’re just curious about how companies share their profits, here’s some good news. Today, five well-known Indian companies are sending some extra money to their shareholders. This money is called a dividend — basically a thank-you gift from the company for sticking with them.

What’s Going on with KEC International?

KEC International is that big company that works on things like power lines and big construction projects. Even though their industry has its ups and downs, they’ve decided to pay their shareholders ₹4 for each share they own. It’s their way of saying, “Thanks for believing in us!”

PTC India Joins the Party

PTC India, which is into power trading, is also giving some love back to its investors with a ₹5 per share dividend. This one is called an “interim dividend” — it means they’re paying part of the profits early, before the year ends. It’s a nice little boost for the people who own their stock.

Gillette India’s Big Surprise

Gillette India is well-known for personal care stuff — think razors and grooming kits. And guess what? They’re giving out a huge dividend of ₹65 per share! That’s the biggest they’ve done in eight years, which shows they’re doing pretty well financially. If you’re a shareholder, keep in mind the important date to qualify is February 19, 2025, and the money should hit your account by March 7.

What About the Other Two Companies?

There are two more companies that are declaring dividends today, but details aren’t clear yet. Still, it’s good news because it means these companies are doing well enough to share profits with their investors. More money for shareholders is always welcome!

Why Should You Care About Dividends?

Think of dividends as little thank-you notes from a company to its shareholders. When you buy shares, you’re actually owning a tiny piece of that company. So when the company makes money, they sometimes share some of it with you. For many people, dividends are a way to earn a bit of extra cash without selling their shares.

Don’t Forget These Important Dates

• Record Date: This is the day the company checks who owns shares — only those people get the dividend.

• Ex-Dividend Date: If you buy shares on or after this day, you won’t get the dividend this time around.

• Payment Date: The day the company actually pays out the dividend money.

What Should You Do?

If you own shares in any of these companies, check the dates so you don’t miss out on the dividend. If you’re thinking about investing, watching dividend announcements is a good way to spot companies that are healthy and sharing profits.