Bajaj Finance Shares Hit the Market Today with New Look: Ex-Bonus, Ex-Split Trading Begins

Get ready for a significant change in how Bajaj Finance Ltd. shares are traded. As of Monday, June 16, 2025, the stock of one of India's leading non-banking financial companies (NBFCs) will be trading "ex-bonus" and "ex-split." This means the share price will be adjusted to reflect the company's recent announcements of a bonus issue and a stock split, making the shares potentially more accessible to a wider range of investors.

Bajaj Finance had previously unveiled these corporate actions alongside its impressive March quarter results. The company declared a 4-for-1 bonus issue, meaning shareholders will receive four additional bonus shares for every one share they held. In addition to this, a stock split was announced, which will divide one existing share with a face value of ₹2 into two shares, each with a face value of ₹1.

What this means for shareholders:

Investors who held Bajaj Finance shares in their portfolios at the close of trading on Friday, June 13, 2025 (the record date), are eligible for these benefits. Let's break down the impact with an example:

If an investor owned 10 shares of Bajaj Finance as of Friday's closing, here's how their holding will transform:

♦ Bonus Issue: They will first receive 40 bonus shares (4 for every 1 existing share). This instantly boosts their total shares to 50.

♦ Stock Split: These 50 shares will then undergo the 1:2 split, effectively doubling their count to 100 shares.

While the number of shares an eligible investor holds will significantly increase, it's crucial to understand that the total value of their investment in Bajaj Finance will remain the same immediately after these corporate actions. The share price will adjust proportionally to reflect the increased number of shares.

On Friday, Bajaj Finance shares closed relatively unchanged at ₹9,340. While the stock has seen limited movement over the past month, it has been a standout performer on the Nifty 50 index throughout 2025. Bajaj Finance shares have already delivered a commendable 35% gain year-to-date, demonstrating the company's robust performance and investor confidence.

The decision to undertake a bonus issue and stock split is often aimed at improving the stock's liquidity and making it more affordable for retail investors, thereby encouraging broader participation in the company's ownership. As trading commences today under these new adjustments, market participants will be keenly observing how the stock performs in its new structure.