Astral declares interim dividend, reports strong half-year performance

Astral Limited reported unaudited standalone revenue from operations of Rs. 14,161 million for the quarter ended September 30, 2025, and Rs. 26,232 million for the half-year ended on the same date. The company's profit before tax stood at Rs. 2,002 million for the quarter and Rs. 3,304 million for the half-year. Basic earnings per share for the half-year were Rs. 9.18.

The board of directors has approved an interim dividend of Rs. 1.50 per share, with a face value of Re. 1/- each, for the financial year 2025-26. The record date for determining eligible shareholders is Tuesday, November 11, 2025. Total assets for Astral Limited stood at Rs. 49,686 million as of September 30, 2025.

Additionally, Astral Limited acquired 100% equity shares of Al-Aziz Plastics Private Limited and the remaining 5% of Seal IT Services Limited, UK, for £0.40 million. They also acquired the remaining 20% of Astral Coatings Private Limited for Rs. 750 million, making these wholly-owned subsidiaries.