Mumbai, June 16, 2025 – Bajaj Finance Ltd., one of the top non-banking financial companies (NBFCs) in India, is in the spotlight for investors as it trades shares today (ex-date) for a 4:1 bonus issue and a 1:2 stock split. This corporate action has created an immense buzz within the Indian stock market, as the industry now questions the impact to share price and valuation of Bajaj Finance in line with the company’s spilt and bonus. Here is a comprehensive view of the recent developments and developments happening in the market, and the implication for Bajaj Finance shareholders, and potential investors.
Bajaj Finance Declares Bonus Shares, Enacts Stock Split: What It Means to You.
Bajaj Finance announced on April 29, 2025, that the company’s board approved a 4:1 bonus share issue; meaning for every share they hold, shareholders will receive four additional shares. The company also approved a 1:2 stock split; which means, for every share held, each shareholder’s shares will split into two. The record date is on June 16, 2025, which means the ex-date starts today, after which the stock begins trading with no entitlement to the bonus shares and stock split. Therefore, assuming you owned one share prior to the stock split and bonus issue, effectively you will now own ten shares.
The intention of this corporate action is to enhance liquidity and allow retail holders to own shares of Bajaj Finance at a more feasible price. The stock split certainly reduces the face value of the shares from ₹2 to ₹1 per share. The bonus shares allow existing shareholders a return without capital investment. Overall, the stock split and bonus shares are very well received, per posts on X, and investors are also optimistic traders will trade the share more actively and provide them meaningful price adjustments over the next weeks.
Today’s Bajaj Finance share price gyration
As of 10:00 AM IST on June 16, 2025, Bajaj Finance’s share price will almost certainly reflect the adjustment for the bonus and split. The shares were trading at around ₹9,000 prior to the ex-date. The post-split and theoretical adjusted bonus price could be around ₹900 per share, assuming no major price fluctuations due to market moves, and other factors. Due to market moves and investor interest, the trading price may differ.
Analysts believe that the increase in number of shares and the lower price per-share, could bring new investors, resulting in increased demand. “The stock split and bonus issue will make Bajaj Finance shares cheaper and more affordable to retail investors, now you are trading a tag cheaper. This could lead to increased liquidity and more trading,” said Rohan Mehta, market analyst from EquityTrend Advisors. He added that “investors should pay close attention to see how the stock performs, while the market absorbs this new supply.”
Dividend Announcements Enhance Investor Attraction
Besides the bonus/split, Bajaj Finance also declared a special interim dividend of ₹12 per share (600%) and a final dividend of ₹44 per share (2200%) for even more compensation to shareholders. The record date for dividends and the AGM was set to May 9, 2025 and the company’s AGM was scheduled for May 24, 2025. Dividend payments emphasize Bajaj Finance’s healthy balance sheet and investor-friendly behaviour, and certainly a company to own in the non-banking financial company (NBFC) space.
Why Bajaj Finance is still a Preferred Pick in India’s Financial Sector
Bajaj Finance has always remained a popular option for investors because of its large and deep business model, continuation of diversification from lending into retail lending, digital finance and wealth management, digital transformation, ability to emerge in a economic cold storage, and because the company is always making corporate decisions to retain investor interest in addition to increasing market openness.
“Bajaj Finance’s stock split and bonus issue signify, and showcase the company’s long-term future growth confidence to shareholders,” said Priya Sharma, a financial consultant in Mumbai. “When you couple this move with the company’s fundamentally strong business, these actions provide opportunities for short-term traders and long-term investors.”
Market Sentiment and Analyst Views
Sentiment on X is positive, with some users indicating that Bajaj Finance’s share price could stabilize at a lower and more affordable price due to the shares splitting so the stock could demonstrate more volatility in the interim period because the market may take time to absorb the higher share count, though the companies fundamentals remain strong and expectation stays bullish.
Analysts have advised investors to consider investors against the backdrop of the broader market conditions: trends in interest rates, the impact of inflation and regulation for NBFCs, which would affect Bajaj Finance’s performance. An additional consideration will be the recent policies adopted by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) regarding NBFC lending practices and liquidity management which will influence Bajaj Finance’s growth.
Conclusion
Bajaj Finance’s share price is in the spotlight as the share trades ex-date for a 4:1 bonus issue and a 1:2 stock split. The two actions and large dividend payouts indicate the company has placed shareholders and people who may need to be encouraged to buy their stock as part of its ethos as opposed to having $29 million dollars in cash reserves. These financial assets plus the strong range of services they offer means Bajaj Finance providing a compelling opportunity as an investment opportunity. I urge you to be aware, be proactive, utilize financial and investment expertise, and continue to stay current with all things markets.