Rs 1,89,300 Crore Order Book: Multibagger Defence Stock Declares Rs 15 Final Dividend for FY25, Reflecting 300% Payout
Despite a 1-year return of -8.84 per cent, the stock has delivered a multibagger return of 432.63 per cent over three years
Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL), a major player in the Indian aerospace and defence sector, has announced a final dividend of Rs 15 per equity share for the financial year 2024–25. This dividend represents a 300 per cent payout on the face value of Rs 5 per share and is subject to shareholder approval at the upcoming Annual General Meeting. The announcement was part of the company’s board meeting held on June 27, 2025.
DSIJ's 'Large Rhino' service recommends blue chip stocks of Large Cap companies that have leadership positions in their category. If this interests you, download the service details here.
In addition to the dividend declaration, the board also approved the appointment of M/s Murthy & Co. LLP as the cost auditor for the financial year 2025–26. These strategic updates reflect the company’s commitment to rewarding shareholders and maintaining governance standards. HAL continues to be an important partner in India’s defence manufacturing ecosystem, with a diversified presence in aircraft and helicopter production, maintenance services, and R&D-led innovations.
As of June 27, 2025, HAL’s stock was trading at Rs 4,896.6, compared to a 52-week high of Rs 5,630.2 and a 52-week low of Rs 3,086.55. Despite a 1-year return of -8.84 per cent, the stock has delivered a multibagger return of 432.63 per cent over three years, reflecting strong investor interest. The current market capitalisation stands at Rs 3,22,069 crore, and the Price-Earnings (PE) ratio is 38.51.
HAL’s operations are structured across three segments: Manufacturing (46 per cent of FY24 revenue), Services (47 per cent), and Others (7 per cent). The company ended FY24 with an order book of Rs 94,000 crore and is poised for further growth with expected contracts in FY25. HAL also invests about 7 to 8 per cent of its revenue in research and development. Key strategic initiatives include a joint venture with Safran Helicopter Engines and an MoU with General Electric for aero-engine manufacturing.
Disclaimer: The article is for informational purposes only and not investment advice.