Bonus Share
Bonus Share A bonus share—often termed a capitalization share—is an additional share given to existing shareholders when a company looks to expand its capital base. It increases an investor's overall share count, providing them with the opportunity to earn higher aggregate dividends in the future. When a company builds up substantial undistributed profits in its reserves, it converts those surplus funds into equity by distributing these shares. Bonus shares are allocated proportionally according to an investor's existing holdings, and a company must wait at least 12 months following an issuance before it can issue bonus shares again. Benefits of Bonus Shares Bonus shares do not usually provide shareholders with an immediate financial gain. They are issued to existing shareholders when a company converts part of its accumulated reserves into additional shares. Rather than distributing those reserves as dividends, the company allocates them to shareholders in the form of ...