In a significant move for shareholders, two companies have announced major corporate actions. A1 Ltd has declared a bonus issue for its investors, while Antariksh Industries has set a crucial date for its impending stock split. These decisions are set to impact shareholding patterns and market liquidity.
A1 Ltd Declares Generous Bonus Share Issue
The board of directors of A1 Ltd has approved the issuance of bonus shares to its equity shareholders. The company will issue one bonus share for every one existing share held by investors. This means shareholders will receive one additional share for each share they currently own, effectively doubling their share count at no extra cost.
The record date to determine eligibility for this corporate benefit has been set for Saturday, January 6, 2026. This is the cut-off date where the company will examine its register of members to identify shareholders entitled to the bonus issue. Investors must hold the shares in their demat accounts by the end of the trading session on the day before the record date to qualify.
Antariksh Industries Finalizes Stock Split Details
In a parallel development, Antariksh Industries has finalized the record date for its previously announced stock split or sub-division. The company will split each of its existing equity shares into smaller units. The approved sub-division ratio is 1:10.
This means that one existing share with a higher face value will be divided into ten shares with a proportionally lower face value. The primary objective of this move is to enhance the stock's liquidity and make it more affordable for a broader base of retail investors. The critical record date for this stock split is also Saturday, January 6, 2026.
Market Implications and Investor Action
These corporate actions have distinct implications. A bonus issue is akin to a reward, capitalizing a portion of the company's reserves to issue free shares, increasing the total number of shares outstanding while maintaining the same overall equity value. A stock split, however, simply changes the number of shares and their face value without altering the company's market capitalization.
For investors in both companies, the immediate step is to ensure their shareholding is settled in their demat accounts well before the record date. Trading in the shares of both companies may turn ex-entitlement a few days prior to January 6, 2026. Market participants often watch such events closely, as they can influence trading activity and short-term price movements around the record date.
Both A1 Ltd and Antariksh Industries are listed on the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE). Investors are advised to monitor official communications from the companies and their registrars for any further procedural details regarding the credit of bonus and sub-divided shares.
