India's State Firms Face Dividend Hike Pressure

  Published 11 months ago

India urges state firms to boost dividends by 25% and pay quarterly, risking cash flow strain and valuations.

  • The government seeks 900B rupees in 2026 dividends, up from 740B, via quarterly payments.
  • State firms' cash flows may turn negative by 2026 due to rising capital spending.
  • High dividend demands could shrink state enterprises amid investor skepticism over control.

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