As the market turns its attention to dividend action around February 5, 2026, a cluster of Indian stocks will trade ex-dividend — meaning investors holding shares before the ex-date will qualify for upcoming payouts. These corporate actions reflect companies sharing profits with shareholders across sectors such as energy, healthcare, FMCG and mining, giving income-seeking investors short-term triggers alongside long-term strategies.

• GAIL India Ltd: Board has set February 5 as record/ex-dividend date for its interim dividend for FY 26, payable electronically once approved.

• Dr Lal PathLabs: Pays a quarterly dividend of ₹3.50 per share, with ex-dividend on Feb 5, 2026 and payout expected in March.

• Procter & Gamble Hygiene and Health Care (PGHH): Declared an interim dividend of ₹195 per share (including a ₹25 special component) with Feb 5 as record date, paid by late February.

• MOIL Ltd: Announces an interim dividend of ₹3.53 per share, also carrying a Feb 5 ex-dividend date.

These corporate payouts provide investors with cash returns on holdings if they ensure share ownership before the ex-dividend cutoff. Such dividend dates often cause price adjustments and trading activity as markets factor in the distribution.