Under the current framework, the dividend distribution tax borne by the company is effectively taxed at the rate of 20.56 per cent
Tata Sons had added over Rs 102.8 billion to its coffers from previous buyback in FY18
The buyback, at Rs 2,100 per equity share, entails up to 76.1 million shares or 1.99 per cent of the total paid up equity share capital
The stock hit a new high of Rs 1,849, up 3% after the company said its board approved a proposal of buyback upto 76.19 million equity shares at price of Rs 2,100 per share through tender offer.
The buyback, if successful, will surpass RIL's 2012 share repurchase of Rs 10,400 cr