Mumbai | 03-Oct-2025, 09:30 IST — Filed via BSE Corporate Actions
Fineotex Chemical Ltd (FCL), a leading specialty chemical manufacturer, has announced an interim dividend of ₹0.80 per share for FY25. The company’s shares turn ex-dividend today, October 3, 2025, as per its filing with the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE).
Dividend Details
The declared dividend will be paid out to shareholders whose names appear on the company’s books as on the record date, which immediately follows the ex-dividend date. At ₹0.80 per share, the interim payout underlines Fineotex Chemical’s focus on rewarding investors while maintaining growth investments.
In recent years, the company has steadily distributed dividends, reflecting strong free cash flows and stable demand across its key business segments — textile chemicals, home care, oilfield chemicals, and water treatment products.
Industry Context
Specialty chemical manufacturers like Fineotex have benefitted from:
- Textile sector recovery post-pandemic, especially in export orders.
- China+1 supply chain diversification, which has opened new markets for Indian chemical players.
- Rising demand for eco-friendly and sustainable chemicals, where Fineotex has positioned itself with green-certified product lines.
The dividend announcement comes at a time when investors are closely tracking chemical sector earnings amid volatility in raw material costs and energy prices.
Financial Performance Snapshot
Fineotex Chemical recently reported steady growth in revenue and profitability in FY25’s earlier quarters, aided by robust demand from both domestic and international clients. The company’s balance sheet strength and cash generation ability have supported its shareholder payout policy.
| Metric | FY25 (Q1–Q2) |
|---|---|
| Revenue | ~₹xxx crore |
| Net Profit | ~₹xx crore |
| Dividend (Interim) | ₹0.80/share |
Market Reaction
At the previous trading session, Fineotex shares closed around ₹xxx on the NSE, valuing the company at ~₹x,xxx crore. Based on this price, the dividend yield from the interim payout works out to about x%.
Analysts note that consistent dividends, even in a capex-heavy sector like chemicals, are often seen as a sign of confidence in earnings visibility.
Outlook
- Investor sentiment: Dividend payouts could sustain positive sentiment around the counter.
- Sector watch: Rising crude and feedstock prices may pressure margins in upcoming quarters.
- Growth strategy: Expansion in global markets, especially in technical textiles and sustainable solutions, remains a key trigger to watch.
With the interim dividend in place, investors will now look forward to FCL’s Q2 FY25 results, expected later this month, for further insights on growth momentum.
