Lahore: Nestle Pakistan Limited has successfully credited an interim cash dividend of Rs. 78 per share, equivalent to 780%, into the designated bank accounts of its shareholders. The transaction was completed on November 5, 2025, as per the schedule set out by the company's Board of Directors in their meeting held on October 16, 2025.
The company adhered to Regulation 5.6.10 of the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX), which mandates that interim cash dividends must be credited within 10 working days from the commencement of the book closure period. This period is announced for determining the entitlement of the dividend, as specified under Rule 3 of the Companies (Distribution of Dividends) Regulations, 2017, in conjunction with Sections 242 and 243 of the Companies Act, 2017.
According to information available from the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX), Nestle Pakistan Limited promptly informed the Exchange of the successful crediting of dividends to shareholders' accounts. This step ensures compliance with the regulatory framework and maintains transparency with stakeholders.
The regulations also stipulate that failure to comply with PSX Regulation 5.6.10 could result in a fine under PSX Regulation 5.21.1. However, any actions taken under these regulations do not preclude further steps that might be initiated by other parties or authorities.