Coal India Reports Production and Offtake for July, Declares Interim Dividend
Coal India Limited (CIL) has released its Q1 financial results and July production figures. Q1 saw a 4.43% decrease in revenue to ₹35,842.19 crore and a 20.19% drop in profit after tax to ₹8,734.17 crore compared to the previous year. Coal production in Q1 decreased by 3.15% to 183.32 million tonnes. The company has declared an interim dividend of ₹5.50 per share, with the record date set for August 6.

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Coal India Limited (CIL), the state-owned coal mining giant, has released its provisional production and offtake figures for July, showcasing its performance in the first month of the second quarter. The company has also announced its financial results for the first quarter of the fiscal year, along with an interim dividend declaration.
Production and Offtake Performance
CIL and its subsidiaries have reported production and offtake figures for July. While specific numbers for July were not provided, the company's performance indicates a continued focus on meeting the nation's coal demand.
Q1 Financial Highlights
Coal India's financial results for the first quarter reflect a mixed performance:
Metric | Q1 Current FY | Q1 Previous FY | Change |
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Revenue from Operations | ₹35,842.19 | ₹37,504.00 | -4.43% |
Net Sales | ₹31,880.43 | ₹33,170.13 | -3.89% |
Profit Before Tax | ₹11,709.15 | ₹14,147.21 | -17.23% |
Profit After Tax | ₹8,734.17 | ₹10,943.55 | -20.19% |
EBITDA | ₹11,709.00 | ₹14,147.00 | -17.23% |
EBITDA Margin | 41.00% | 47.00% | -6.00% |
Interim Dividend Declared
In a move that will please shareholders, Coal India's Board of Directors has declared an interim dividend of ₹5.50 per equity share (55% of the face value) for the current financial year. The record date for determining the eligibility of shareholders has been set as Wednesday, August 6.
Operational Performance
While detailed operational figures for July were not provided, the company's Q1 performance shows:
Metric | Q1 Current FY | Q1 Previous FY | Change |
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Coal Production | 183.32 | 189.28 | -3.15% |
Coal Offtake | 191.04 | 198.92 | -3.96% |
Overburden Removal | 507.72 | 532.26 | -4.61% |
Note: Production and offtake figures are in million tonnes, overburden removal in million cubic meters.
Management Commentary
While specific management comments were not provided, the company's focus on maintaining strong production and offtake levels is evident from the reported figures. The declaration of an interim dividend also signals confidence in Coal India's financial position and commitment to shareholder returns.
Looking Ahead
As Coal India continues to play a crucial role in meeting India's energy needs, the company's performance in the coming months will be closely watched by industry observers and investors alike. The focus will likely remain on increasing production efficiency, improving offtake, and contributing to the nation's energy security.
Historical Stock Returns for Coal India
1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
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-1.02% | -2.18% | -4.43% | -3.32% | -31.07% | +190.11% |