Coal India Q1FY26: Net Profit Slumps 20% YoY, Declares ₹5.50 Interim Dividend

the Maharatna PSU, reported a 20% YoY decline in its consolidated net profit for Q1FY26 at ₹8,734 crore, compared to ₹10,943 crore in the same quarter last year. The fall in profit was driven by a dip in core revenue and rising expenses. Revenue from operations fell 4.4% to ₹35,842 crore from ₹37,504 crore in Q1FY25. Meanwhile, total expenses rose 2.2% YoY to ₹25,893 crore, putting additional pressure on the bottom line. Despite the decline in earnings, Coal India declared its first interim dividend for FY26 at ₹5.50 per share (face value ₹10). The record date for eligibility is set for August 6, 2025, and the dividend will be paid by August 30, 2025. The company notified exchanges that the dividend was approved by the Board based on the Audit Committee's recommendation. This move reflects Coal India’s consistent focus on rewarding shareholders despite earnings pressure. Stock Performance: Over the past five years, Coal India stock has delivered a strong return of over 190%. However, in the last one year, the stock has corrected nearly 28%. On a year-to-date basis in 2025, it is down by 2.7% and has dropped 2.4% in the past five trading sessions. The Q1 results reflect pressure from softer coal demand and higher costs, but consistent dividends and long-term returns keep investor sentiment moderately positive.