HDFC Bank Shares Slip Over 1% as Stock Trades Ex-Bonus on Aug 26

HDFC Bank has fixed Tuesday, August 26, 2025, as the record date to determine shareholder eligibility for its maiden 1:1 bonus issue.

This means only investors who held shares in their demat account at the close of trading on August 25 would qualify, since under the T+1 settlement cycle, shares bought on August 26 would settle a day late due to the August 27 market holiday.

HDFC Landmark Bonus Issue

This is the first bonus issue in HDFC Bank’s history, a landmark development for the lender. Under the 1:1 bonus ratio, shareholders will receive one additional share for every share owned, effectively doubling their holdings without changing the overall value of their investment.

HDFC Bank Q1 FY26 Performance Supports Bonus Move

The bonus announcement follows strong quarterly earnings. For Q1 FY26, HDFC Bank posted a 12% year-on-year rise in standalone net profit to ₹18,155 crore, compared with ₹16,175 crore a year ago.

• Interest income: ₹77,470 crore, up 6% from ₹73,033 crore in Q1 FY25
• Net Interest Income (NII): ₹31,440 crore, up 5.4% YoY from ₹29,840 crore

These results highlight the bank’s steady growth momentum, reinforcing investor confidence in its long-term prospects.

HDFC Bank Share Price Reaction

Despite the milestone, HDFC Bank’s stock traded lower on August 26. As of 09:31 AM, shares were down 1.16% at ₹970.70, compared to the previous close of ₹982.10. The stock touched a high of ₹985.70 and a low of ₹969.40 in early trade.

Conclusion

HDFC Bank’s ex-bonus trade on August 26 marks a significant chapter in the lender’s journey as it rewards shareholders with its first-ever bonus issue. While the immediate share price reaction was muted, the development underscores the bank’s confidence in its growth trajectory.

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