Procter & Gamble Hygiene Declares Interim Dividend of ₹170 and Special Dividend of ₹25 Per Share

Mumbai, February 05, 2026: Procter & Gamble Hygiene and Health Care Ltd (PGHH) announced a record interim dividend of ₹170 per equity share. They also announced a special dividend of ₹25 per share, which brought the total payment to 195 per share.

The news came out of a board meeting and an exchange report, which shows that the company has a lot of cash on hand and is consistently making money.

The dividend announcement comes at a time when PGHH’s operating success is stable. It also builds on the company’s long history of rewarding shareholders with big payouts.

Key Dates and Timeline

The record date for shareholders who are qualified for both the interim and special dividends has been set by Procter & Gamble Hygiene for February 12, 2026. As of this date, the payment will be given to investors whose names are on the company’s list of members, or as beneficial owners in the depositories.

The regulatory report says that the dividend must be paid by or before February 28, 2026. This is in line with the deadlines set by the Companies Act. The news comes after the company recently shared its financial results and reaffirmed its commitment to keeping shareholder returns high.

Purpose Behind Declaring the Dividend

Procter & Gamble Hygiene’s decision to declare a high interim and special dividend is backed by its consistent financial performance and strong cash-generation ability.

For Q3 FY26, the company reported revenue of ₹1,274.31 crore, up 1.35% YoY, while net profit rose 12.24% YoY to ₹301.46 crore. Operating margins improved to 31.84%, reflecting pricing discipline and sustained demand across its core hygiene and health product categories.

The special dividend component signals surplus liquidity and management’s confidence in the company’s balance sheet strength. With stable earnings, expanding margins, and steady cash flows, the board believes the company can comfortably fund operations and future growth while returning excess capital to shareholders.

Impact on Shareholders

Shareholders will get a big gain since each share has a face value of 10 rupees and is worth 195 rupees. The news strengthens PGHH’s status as a high-yielding FMCG stock for long-term investors, making it a better choice for income-focused portfolios. To be eligible, you must have owned shares as of the record date.

Market Snapshot and Share Price Effect

Procter & Gamble Hygiene & Health Care shares traded lower on February 5, 2026. As of 2:45 pm IST, the Procter & Gamble Hygiene share price was at ₹11,836, down ₹173 or 1.44% from the previous close of ₹12,009. The decline reflected mild selling pressure through the session, with the stock largely moving in a narrow intraday range.

During the day, the stock opened at ₹11,917, touched an intraday high of ₹11,990, and slipped to a low of ₹11,777 before stabilising. Despite the dip, the company continues to trade above its 52-week low of ₹11,612, though it remains well below its 52-week high of ₹14,647.45, indicating some consolidation after earlier gains.

About the Company

The BSE and NSE both name Procter & Gamble Hygiene and Health Care Ltd. as a major fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) company in India. Its main products are personal hygiene and health care items.

It has well-known names in the health and feminine hygiene categories, which are backed by strong distribution and brand equity. The company is still a top choice for investors who want security, steady cash flows, and regular dividends.

Reference: 

• https://www.nseindia.com/companies-listing/corporate-filings-actions
• https://www.nseindia.com/get-quote/equity/PGHH/Procter-&-Gamble-Hygiene-and-Health-Care-Limited