Hawkins Cookers declares Rs 140/share dividend, stock jumps 3.17%

Hawkins Cookers recommended a Rs 140/share dividend for FY26, up from Rs 130 in FY25 and Rs 120 in FY24. Shares climbed 3.17% to Rs 7,505.80 post Q4 results. Payout follows AGM on 29 July 2026, signalling sustained cash generation in the premium kitchenware segment.

— Source publishedFri, 29 May, 2026, 12:26 IST·First seen Fri, 29 May, 2026, 12:36 IST·Source Business Today · Latest

What happened

Hawkins Cookers shares rose 3.17% to Rs 7,505.80 after the cookware maker reported Q4FY26 results and recommended a Rs 140/share dividend, up from Rs 130 last

Key facts

  • Rs 140/share dividend FY26
  • Share price Rs 7,505.80
  • +3.17%
  • Rs 130 dividend (Jul 2025)
  • Rs 120 (Jul 2024)
  • AGM 29 Jul 2026

Why this matters

Hawkins' steady payout escalation and stable cash generation make it a credible comp for valuing premium cookware targets, though it also raises the bar for any take-private thesis.