Mazagon Dock to Announce Q3FY26 Results and Possible Dividend on Feb 5

Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd., a leading public sector defense undertaking under the Ministry of Defence, is set to announce its financial results for the third quarter of FY26 later this week. The shipbuilder plays a critical role in India’s naval manufacturing ecosystem, with a strong order book supported by warship and submarine projects. Investor focus is high, as the company has also hinted at a possible dividend announcement alongside earnings. The stock remained under mild pressure in early trade on Wednesday. At 9:42 am, shares were trading lower on the NSE.

In an exchange filing dated February 2, the company said its Board of Directors will meet on February 5 to consider and approve the unaudited standalone and consolidated financial results for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2025. The board will also evaluate the declaration of a second interim dividend for the financial year 2025–26. Any dividend decision could act as a near-term trigger for the stock. Investors are closely tracking the outcome of the board meeting.

As per SEBI regulations aimed at preventing insider trading, Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders has closed its trading window for designated persons and their immediate relatives. The restriction is in force from January 1 to February 7, covering the period leading up to the earnings announcement. During this time, insiders are barred from dealing in the company’s securities. Such measures are standard practice around financial disclosures. The company has not yet disclosed plans for a post-results earnings call.

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In the previous quarter, Mazagon Dock reported a steady financial performance. Consolidated total income rose 6.14% year-on-year to ₹3,199.87 crore in Q2FY26, compared with ₹3,014.67 crore in the year-ago period. Net profit surged 28% year-on-year to ₹749.48 crore, reflecting improved execution and operating efficiencies. The strong profit growth reinforced investor confidence despite broader market volatility. Analysts will watch whether this momentum continues in Q3.

On the stock performance front, Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders has seen mixed trends. The shares have declined 3.41% over the past five trading sessions and 12.17% over six months, while gaining 10.66% over the past year. The stock’s 52-week high stands at ₹3,775, hit in May 2025, and the 52-week low is ₹1,918.05, recorded in February 2025. At 9:42 am on Wednesday, the shares were trading 0.82% lower at ₹2,430.30 on the NSE, even as the Nifty 50 edged higher by 0.23%.

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