stock split

American  

[stok split] / ˈstɒk ˌsplɪt /

noun

1. the act of issuing additional shares of stock to existing stockholders by dividing the existing shares into smaller parts, reducing the price per share.

   The company announced a five-for-one stock split, meaning each investor will have five shares of stock for every one they held before.

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Etymology

Origin of stock split

First recorded in 1945–50

Example Sentences

For Sandisk, a 10-for-1 stock split would reset the price to the low triple digits, which can be psychologically more appealing to retail investors.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 29, 2026

Some on social media are wondering if the report will also bring the announcement of a stock split that brings the high-flying share price back down to earth for retail investors.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 29, 2026

The used-car retailer will put the stock split to a shareholder vote at its annual meeting on May 5.

From Barron's • Mar. 13, 2026

DowDuPont changes its name to DuPont and does a 1-for-3 reverse stock split.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 8, 2026

Tilray Brands sank 20% following its announcement of a one-for-ten reverse stock split, effective Monday.

From Barron's • Nov. 28, 2025