TARLAC CITY, Tarlac (March 2, 2026) — The Central Azucarera de Tarlac (CAT) has officially announced the declaration of cash dividends for its common stockholders on or before March 31, 2026.
CAT, a cornerstone of the Tarlac economy for nearly a century, confirmed in its regulatory disclosure that it will be distributing a cash dividend of P0.4192 per share.
This announcement follows the company’s recent second-quarter earnings report, which reflected the inherent volatility of the agricultural sector.
While CAT reported a loss per share of P0.36 for the period ending December 2025, the board’s decision to proceed with a dividend payout signals confidence in the company’s underlying financial position and its unappropriated retained earnings.
The dividends are part of a long-standing tradition for the firm, which operates an integrated sugar manufacturing facility, including a refinery and a distillery.
As of late February, CAT’s stock has maintained a steady price of approximately P10.20, with the company’s market capitalization at around P2.43 billion.
Investors and local stakeholders view this move as a stabilizing signal for the province’s sugar industry, which remains a vital source of livelihood for thousands of Tarlaqueños.
The company’s principal office, situated within the vast Luisita estate, continues to serve as the hub for one of Central Luzon’s most historic industrial operations.
