Chandra Prabhu International Limited has announced a significant corporate action that is set to benefit its shareholders. The company has fixed Friday, September 26, 2025, as the record date for its upcoming bonus share issue, as per a recent filing with the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE).

Bonus Share Details

The bonus issue, which was approved by shareholders at the company's 40th Annual General Meeting held on September 10, 2025, will be in the ratio of 1:2. This means that eligible shareholders will receive one bonus equity share for every two fully paid-up equity shares they hold. The new bonus shares will have a face value of Rs. 2.00 each, matching the existing shares.

Key Dates and Information

Company Background

Chandra Prabhu International Limited currently has a paid-up equity share capital of Rs. 1.84 crore, with shares having a face value of Rs. 2.00 each.

Regulatory Compliance

The company has adhered to the regulatory requirements by intimating the BSE about the record date, in compliance with Regulation 42 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. Furthermore, in accordance with SEBI circular no. CIR/CFD/PoD/2024/122 dated 16th September 2024, the company has set the deemed date of allotment for the bonus equity shares as Monday, September 29, 2025.

Shareholder Impact

This bonus issue is expected to increase the number of outstanding shares of Chandra Prabhu International Limited, potentially improving the liquidity of the stock in the market. Shareholders on record as of September 26, 2025, will be eligible to receive the bonus shares, which will be credited to their accounts shortly after the deemed date of allotment.

Investors and shareholders are advised to take note of these important dates and to ensure that their shareholding details are up to date with their respective depositories or with the company's registrar and transfer agent, Alankit Assignments Limited.

The management of Chandra Prabhu International Limited views this bonus issue as a way to reward its shareholders and enhance the company's share capital structure.

Chandra Prabhu International Limited (CPIL) has reported a robust performance for the first quarter, coupled with significant corporate actions announced by its board of directors.

Financial Performance

CPIL reported a total income of Rs. 177.17 crore, marking a 5.99% increase from Rs. 167.16 crore in the corresponding quarter of the previous year. The company's net profit after tax saw a notable rise of 7.83%, reaching Rs. 56.14 lakh, while profit before tax increased by 9.34% to Rs. 77.63 lakh.

The company's earnings per share (EPS) improved to Rs. 1.51 from Rs. 1.40 in the same period last year, reflecting the positive impact of its growth strategies.

Key Financial Highlights:

Operational Highlights

A key driver of CPIL's revenue growth was the 15-20% year-on-year increase in coal trading volumes. The company is actively expanding its coal trading and logistics operations while also exploring opportunities in renewable energy trading.

Bonus Share Issue

In a significant move for shareholders, CPIL's board of directors has approved the issue of bonus equity shares in the ratio of 1:2. This means shareholders will receive one bonus equity share for every two fully paid-up equity shares held. The bonus shares will have a face value of Rs. 2 each.

The company plans to capitalize a sum not exceeding Rs. 1,84,90,000 from its free reserves (retained earnings) to implement this bonus issue. This decision is subject to shareholder approval at the upcoming 40th Annual General Meeting.

Corporate Actions

The board meeting also approved several other important measures:

1. Re-appointment of Mr. Gajraj Jain as Chairman cum Managing Director for a three-year term starting April 17, 2026, subject to shareholder approval.

2. Increase in Authorized Share Capital and consequent alteration to the Capital Clause of the Memorandum of Association.

3. Appointment of Mr. Baladeva Chitranjan as the company's secretarial auditor for a five-year term from FY 2025-2026 to FY 2029-2030.

Management Outlook

CPIL's management expressed optimism about maintaining growth momentum, citing robust coal demand as a key factor supporting volume growth.

The company's strategic focus on expanding its core business while exploring new avenues in renewable energy trading indicates a forward-looking approach to sustainable growth in the evolving energy sector.