BSE Share Price Hits Fresh 52-Week High; Joins ₹1 Lakh Crore Market Cap Club

The Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), India’s premier stock exchange, entered the elite ₹1 lakh crore market capitalisation club for the first time. On Wednesday, share price of BSE surged to a new 52-week high of ₹7,422.50 on the National Stock Exchange (NSE), reflecting growing investor interest.

This sharp uptick follows a steady 2-day rally, further fuelled by recent corporate announcements that enhanced investor confidence.

2:1 Bonus Issue Announced: Record Date in Focus

BSE has announced a 2:1 bonus issue, with May 23, 2025, set as the record date to determine shareholder eligibility. This means shareholders will receive 2 additional shares for every 1 share held.

This is BSE’s second bonus issue since its listing. The first was approved in February 2022, also in a 2:1 ratio, with the record date set as March 22, 2022. Bonus issues not only reward existing shareholders but also improve stock liquidity in the market.

Read More: BSE Announced May 23 as Record Date for 2:1 Bonus Issue: Allotment Date Set for May 26. 

Dividend Declared: ₹23 Per Share

In addition to the bonus issue, BSE has also declared a total final dividend of ₹23 per share, split as follows:

• ₹5 per share as a special dividend to mark 150 years of BSE’s legacy,
• ₹18 per share as a regular dividend for FY25.

The record date for this dividend has been fixed as May 14, 2025. These combined shareholder rewards have strengthened positive sentiment around the stock.

Exceptional Stock Performance Over the Year

BSE shares have witnessed a 173.5% surge over the past year, significantly outperforming the broader market. The latest rally, over 10% in the last 3 sessions, has been driven by the twin announcements of a bonus and a dividend.

This strong momentum led to a market cap of ₹100,483 crore in intra-day trade, officially placing BSE in the ₹1 lakh crore club for the first time.

Conclusion

BSE’s ascent to a ₹1 lakh crore market cap, backed by a sharp rally and proactive shareholder rewards like the 2022 and 2025 bonus issues and a generous dividend, underscores its growing prominence in India’s financial landscape. The 52-week high in share price reflects investor optimism and a celebration of BSE’s continued evolution after 150 years of service to the capital markets.

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