Linde India Limited Approves FY2026 Results and Recommends 120% Dividend
Linde India Limited announced the approval of its Audited Standalone and Consolidated Financial Results for the financial year ended March 31, 2026. The Board of Directors of the Company also recommended a total dividend of 120% on its equity shares.The Company’s 90th Annual General Meeting (AGM) is scheduled for Thursday, August 13, 2026. The Book closure for the purpose of conducting the AGM and paying the dividend will be from Friday, August 7, 2026, through Thursday, August 13, 2026.
Dividend Recommendation and Shareholding Details
The Board of Directors recommended a total dividend of 120% (equating to Rs. 12 per equity share). This amount comprises a special dividend of 80% (Rs. 8 per equity share). The recommendation is based on 85,284,223 fully paid-up equity shares of Rs. 10 each for the year ended March 31, 2026.Financial Highlights for FY2026
The Company released comprehensive standalone and consolidated financial statements for the fiscal year 2026.Based on the audited results for the full year ended March 31, 2026:
- Consolidated Revenue from Operations: The revenue stood at 25,306.40 million Rs.
- Consolidated Profit for the Year: The profit was reported at 5,489.65 million Rs.
- Consolidated Earnings Per Share (EPS): The basic and diluted EPS was 64.37 Rs.
The standalone revenue from operations for the same period was 25,306.40 million Rs., with a standalone profit for the year of 5,508.74 million Rs.
A detailed comparison of financial metrics across key periods is presented below:
| Metric (Rs. Million) | Three Months Ended 31 March 2026 (Unaudited) | Year Ended 31 March 2026 (Audited) | Year Ended 31 March 2025 (Audited) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Consolidated Revenue from Operations | 6,143.33 | 25,306.40 | 24,853.76 |
| Consolidated Total Income | 6,202.63 | 25,488.80 | 25,532.15 |
| Consolidated Total Expenses | 5,048.64 | 18,708.90 | 19,467.43 |
| Consolidated Profit for the Year | 774.46 | 5,489.65 | 4,548.45 |
| Consolidated Basic/Diluted EPS (Rs.) | 9.08 | 64.37 | 53.33 |
Segment Performance
The Company's primary business segment is the Business Segment, comprising two segments: Gases, related products & services, and Project Engineering.| Segment | Year Ended 31 March 2026 (Audited Revenue) | Year Ended 31 March 2025 (Audited Revenue) |
|---|---|---|
| Gases, related products & services | 21,281.84 million Rs. | 20,407.37 million Rs. |
| Project engineering | 9,806.14 million Rs. | 11,052.04 million Rs. |
| Total Revenue from Operations | 31,087.98 million Rs. | 31,459.41 million Rs. |
Financial Reporting and Audit Qualification
The statutory auditor issued a Qualified Opinion on the standalone and consolidated financial results. The qualification is based on ongoing regulatory and legal proceedings concerning the materiality threshold for related party transactions.The auditors noted that the outcome of these regulatory and legal proceedings, including the appeal before the Supreme Court of India, is presently undetermined, making the probable consequences and related implications on the standalone and consolidated financial results not determinable.
For further review of annual and segment-wise financial metrics, the detailed statements of standalone and consolidated financial results, cash flows, and balance sheets are available.
LINDEINDIA Stock Price Movement
Shares of Linde India Limited shed 0.95% on Friday, settling at ₹7204.5 as trading concluded for the session. The stock recorded a total volume of 143,448 shares traded, indicating a noticeable dip in market activity.Disclaimer: Due care and diligence have been taken in compiling and presenting news and market-related content. However, errors or omissions may arise despite such efforts.
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