Canara Bank Announces Q4 FY2026 Results and Recommends 210% Dividend
Canara Bank announced its audited financial results for the Fourth Quarter and the Financial Year ended March 31, 2026, alongside recommending a dividend of Rs. 4.20 per equity share. The dividend recommendation represents 210% of the face value of Rs. 2 per share for the fiscal year 2025-26, which is subject to the approval of shareholders at the forthcoming Annual General Meeting.The Bank released its comprehensive standalone and consolidated financial results, detailing its performance across various segments and providing key financial metrics up to March 31, 2026.
Financial Highlights
The consolidated financial results show the Bank's net profit and various operational metrics for the period. The total income for the quarter ended March 31, 2026, stood at 36,538.61 Crore.The following table summarizes the consolidated profit indicators:
| Metric | Quarter Ended 31-03-2026 (Crore) | Year Ended 31-03-2026 (Crore) |
|---|---|---|
| Total Income | 36,538.61 | 1,53,083.22 |
| Total Expenses | 29,902.73 | 1,20,279.38 |
| Operating Profit before Provisions and Contingencies | 6,635.88 | 32,803.84 |
| Net Profit after Minority Interest | 4,574.23 | 17,872.88 |
Performance by Business Segment
The Bank provided a detailed segment report, highlighting revenue and profitability across its primary business units: Treasury Operations, Retail Banking Operations, and Wholesale Banking Operations.Consolidated segment revenue for the quarter ended 31-03-2026 totaled 36,538.61 Crore. For the full year ended 31-03-2026, the revenue stood at 1,53,083.22 Crore.
| Segment | Revenue Q Ended 31-03-2026 (Crore) | Revenue Year Ended 31-03-2026 (Crore) |
|---|---|---|
| Treasury Operations | 6,843.30 | 33,700.31 |
| Retail Banking Operations | 17,115.55 | 68,930.52 |
| Wholesale Banking Operations | 0.00 | 10,956.97 |
| Total Segment Revenue | 36,538.61 | 1,53,083.22 |
Capital Adequacy and Asset Quality
The Bank's key financial metrics demonstrate its regulatory compliance and asset quality.The Capital Adequacy Ratio (CAR) for the quarter ended March 31, 2026, was 17.07%. The Common Equity Tier I (CET I) Ratio was 12.47%.
Key NPA ratios reported for the quarter ended 31-03-2026:
| Ratio/Metric | Value (Q Ended 31-03-2026) | Value (Year Ended 31-03-2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Percentage of Gross Non Performing Assets | 1.84% | 1.84% |
| Percentage of Net Non Performing Assets | 0.43% | 0.43% |
| Return on Assets (Annualised) | 1.02% | 1.11% |
| Debt Equity Ratio | 0.55 | 0.55 |
Balance Sheet Overview
The Bank's total consolidated liabilities as of March 31, 2026, stood at 18,87,325.11 Crore. Total assets also amounted to 18,87,325.11 Crore.The Consolidated Cash Flow Statement data reflects the following:
| Cash Flow Metric | 31-03-2026 (Crore) | 31-03-2025 (Crore) |
|---|---|---|
| Net Profit after Tax | 17,872.87 | 17,539.62 |
| Net Cash Generated from Operating Activities | 7,941.94 | 60,668.58 |
| Net Cash Generated from Investing Activities | (1,289.77) | (2,812.20) |
| Net Cash Generated from Financing Activities | (4,794.78) | (3,505.99) |
| Closing Cash and Cash Equivalents | 2,06,330.43 | 2,05,890.11 |
CANBK Stock Price Movement
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