MCX Stock Split Record Date is Tomorrow, Jan 2, 2026

Multi Commodity Exchange of India (MCX) has announced that the record date for its approved stock split is Friday, January 2, 2026. This follows the shareholder approval communicated on September 13, 2025, for the sub-division of equity shares. 

Under this corporate action, each existing equity share of face value ₹10 will be split into five equity shares of face value ₹2 each, fully paid-up.

The record date has been fixed in accordance with Regulation 42 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, to determine eligible shareholders for the stock split.

Details of the Stock Split

As per the approved sub-division plan, MCX will convert one equity share of ₹10 into five equity shares of ₹2 each. The ex-date for the stock split is January 2, 2026, which is also the record date. Shareholders whose names appear in the company’s records on this date will be entitled to receive the additional shares post-split.

MCX Corporate Action History

Apart from the upcoming stock split, MCX has a history of rewarding shareholders. The exchange declared a dividend of ₹30 per share with a record date of August 8, 2025. Earlier, a final dividend of ₹7.64 per share was paid with a record date of September 19, 2024. These corporate actions highlight MCX’s shareholder-friendly approach.

Stock Split Explained with an Example

Suppose an investor holds 100 MCX shares with a face value of ₹10 each before the record date. After the stock split, the investor will hold 500 MCX shares with a face value of ₹2 each. While the number of shares increases, the overall investment value remains unchanged immediately after the split, subject to market movements.

Why Companies Opt for Stock Splits?

Stock splits are often undertaken to improve liquidity and make shares more affordable to a wider base of investors. A lower face value and market price can enhance trading participation without impacting the company’s fundamentals.

Also Read: Upcoming Stock Splits in Jan 2026!

Conclusion

The MCX stock split effective January 2, 2026, is a significant corporate action aimed at enhancing liquidity and accessibility for investors. Eligible shareholders holding MCX shares in their demat account as of the record date will benefit from the increased number of shares, while the overall investment value remains proportionate.

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