
Trent Limited Announces Financial Results, Recommends Dividend, and Approves Key Board Changes
Trent Limited announced a series of key corporate actions and disclosed its financial results following the Board of Directors meeting held on April 22, 2026. The board reviewed the standalone and consolidated financial results for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2026, and made recommendations regarding dividends, bonus shares, and capital structure.Financial Performance Review
The Company’s audited financial results for the year ended March 31, 2026, showed a robust financial year.In terms of revenue, the Consolidated Statement of Financial Results highlighted:
- Total Income for the year ended March 31, 2026, stood at 17,353.17 Crore.
- Net Profit for the year ended March 31, 2026, reached 1,534.41 Crore.
The Standalone financial results for the same period showed a Total Income of 20,075.87 and a Net Profit of 1,967.82.
Financial Metrics Summary (Rs. in Crore)
The following table summarizes the key standalone financial results for the year ended March 31, 2026:| Metric | For Year ended 31st March, 2026 (Audited) | For Year ended 31st March, 2025 (Audited) |
|---|---|---|
| Total Income | 20,075.87 | 16,997.48 |
| Profit/(Loss) before tax | 2,511.54 | 2,076.62 |
| Net Profit/(Loss) | 1,967.82 | 1,584.84 |
Shareholder Recommendations and Capital Actions
The Board of Directors recommended several measures for approval by the shareholders:- Dividend: The board recommended a dividend of 600%, translating to Rs. 6/- per Equity Share of Re. 1/- each. The dividend would be payable on or after the third day from the conclusion of the 74th Annual General Meeting.
- Bonus Shares: The board recommended the issuance of Bonus shares at a ratio of 1:2, meaning one Bonus equity share of Re. 1/- each for every two fully paid-up equity shares of Re. 1/- each held by shareholders as of the Record Date.
- Capital Alteration and ESOP: The company proposed the reclassification of Authorized Share Capital and the alteration of the Capital Clause of the Memorandum of Association. Furthermore, the board approved the adoption of the 'Trent Limited Employee Stock Option Plan 2026' for eligible employees, through the issuance of 8,88,700 equity shares.
- Fundraising: The board granted enabling approval for raising additional funds not exceeding ₹2,500 Crore, which could be raised through a rights issue and/or any other permissible mode.
- Abeyance Shares: The board also approved the issuance and allotment of equity shares held in abeyance, originally issued via rights issues in 2005, 2007, and 2010.
Corporate Governance and Directorship
The board approved appointments and re-appointments for several key roles:- Additional Director: Mr. Bahram Vakil was approved as an Additional Director (Non-Executive, Non-Independent), effective April 23, 2026, to hold office until the forthcoming Annual General Meeting.
- Independent Director Re-appointments: The board approved the re-appointment of two independent directors for a second term of five years, both effective from December 29, 2026, to December 28, 2031.
* Ms. Hema Ravichandar, a Strategic Human Resources Advisor with over four decades of experience.
Comprehensive Financial Data Review
The Company provided comprehensive financial statements, including stand-alone and consolidated results and cash flow statements, for the year ended March 31, 2026.Snapshot of Net Worth and Ratios (Rs. in Crore)
| Metric | Standalone (31/03/2026) | Standalone (31/03/2025) | Consolidated (31/03/2026) | Consolidated (31/03/2025) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | 12,225.71 | 9,698.87 | 11,728.58 | 9,419.64 |
| Total Equity | 7,702.80 | 5,914.40 | 7,107.96 | 5,583.36 |
| Current Ratio | 2.13 | 2.59 | 2.19 | 2.69 |
| Operating Margin | 11.88% | 11.29% | 11.57% | 10.85% |
Note: The financial data provided includes detailed statements of assets and liabilities and consolidated cash flow statements.
TRENT Stock Price Movement
Today, Trent Limited shares edged higher, settling at ₹4434.5 after gaining 0.44% on the day. Trading saw the stock operate within a range of ₹4336.6 to ₹4498, supported by a total traded volume of 2.60 million shares.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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