In a significant market update, Coal India and 20 other listed companies are trading ex-dividend today, August 6, 2025. This means investors who purchase these stocks from today onward will not be eligible for the upcoming declared dividend.
What Does Ex-Dividend Mean?
An ex-dividend date is the day on which a stock trades without the value of its next dividend payment. To receive the dividend, investors must have bought the stock before the ex-dividend date.
Top Companies Going Ex-Dividend Today
Here are some of the prominent names on today’s list:
Coal India Ltd – Final dividend of ₹5 per share
Infosys Ltd – Interim dividend declared
Bajaj Finance Ltd
Power Grid Corporation
Tata Consumer Products
NTPC Ltd
Vedanta Ltd
Larsen & Toubro
IndusInd Bank
JSW Steel
(Note: For full list of 20+ stocks, refer to your broker or trading dashboard)
Why It Matters for Investors
📉 Stock Price Adjustment: Share prices typically drop by the dividend amount on the ex-dividend day
💸 Dividend Income: Investors who held the stock until yesterday are eligible for the payout
📊 Trading Volume: Ex-dividend days often witness unusual volume as short-term traders adjust positions
Key Upcoming Dates
Record Date: Companies confirm eligible shareholders based on this date (usually a day or two after ex-dividend date)
Payout Date: Actual dividend payment date varies by company, often within 7–30 days
❓FAQs
1. What is the ex-dividend date for Coal India?
The ex-dividend date is August 6, 2025. To receive the ₹5 dividend, shares must have been purchased before this date.
2. How does ex-dividend affect stock prices?
Prices often drop by approximately the amount of the declared dividend, as the stock no longer includes that value.
3. Do I need to sell my stock to get the dividend?
No. You just need to hold the stock before the ex-dividend date. Selling it after this date still entitles you to the dividend.
4. Where can I see the full list of ex-dividend stocks today?
You can check your stockbroker’s platform, NSE/BSE announcements, or financial market apps.
5. Are dividends taxable in India?
Yes. Dividends are added to your income and taxed at the applicable income tax slab rate.
Published on : 6th August
Published by : SMITA
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