First-Ever Bonus: HDFC AMC to Consider Bonus Share Issue on October 15; Share Price Rises Over 2%

HDFC Asset Management Company Ltd. (HDFC AMC) is set to reward over 4,00,000 retail shareholders as it announces its intention to consider a bonus share issue for the first time since its listing in 2018. The decision is expected to be made during the company's board meeting on October 15, 2025.

HDFC AMC Bonus Share Proposal 

In a recent regulatory filing, HDFC AMC announced that its board would meet on October 15, 2025, to consider issuing bonus shares. This marks the first-ever bonus announcement consideration by HDFC AMC since it debuted on the stock exchange in 2018. The announcement comes alongside the company's scheduled disclosure of quarterly results for the July to September 2025 period.

Rewarding 4,00,000 Retail Shareholders

As of the June 2025 quarter, over 4,00,000 small retail shareholders, each holding authorised share capital of up to ₹2,00,000, collectively owned a 6.51% stake in HDFC AMC. This potential bonus issue is seen as a significant gesture towards these investors, who have long supported the company.

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HDFC AMC’s Dividend History and Promoter Holding

Even though this potential bonus share issuance is a first, HDFC AMC has consistently returned value to its shareholders through dividends. Since 2019, it has distributed cumulative dividends worth ₹336 per share, including ₹90 per share paid in June 2025. As of June end, promoters held a 52.4% stake in the company.

HDFC Asset Management Company Share Price Performance

On October 13, 2025, HDFC Asset Management Company share price opened at ₹5,551.50 on NSE, above the previous close of ₹5,520.00. During the day, it surged to ₹5,664.50 and dipped to ₹5,549.50. The stock is trading at ₹5,651.00 as of 9:56 AM. The stock registered a significant gain of 2.37%.

Over the past week, it has moved up by 1.70%, over the past month, it has declined by 1.62%, and over the past 3 months, it has moved up by 10.99%.

Conclusion

The bonus share proposal expected on October 15, 2025 signifies a milestone for HDFC AMC and its 4,00,000 retail shareholders. This first-time bonus move, coupled with a strong dividend history and robust stock performance, underscores the company's ongoing commitment to rewarding its loyal investor base.

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