3:1 Bonus Issue and 1:2 Stock Split: Gautam Exim Shares Jump After Approval; Here’s How It Impacts Investors

Shares of Gautam Exim Limited moved higher on Monday after the company announced a stock split and bonus issue, aimed at improving liquidity and attracting retail investors. The micro-cap stock rose over 4% during the session, touching an intraday high of Rs 338 compared to its previous close of Rs 323.35, before settling around Rs 332.

Stock Split+ Bonus Issue Alert: Gautam Exim Approved; Know Details

1:2 Stock Split

The company received shareholder approval for both corporate actions at its Extraordinary General Meeting held on April 30, 2026. Gautam Exim approved a 1:2 stock split, meaning each existing share with a face value of Rs 10 will be divided into two shares of Rs 5 each.

3: 1 Bonus Share

In addition, the company announced a 3:1 bonus issue, under which shareholders will receive three additional shares for every one share held. These steps are typically taken to increase the number of shares in circulation, making the stock more affordable and improving trading volumes.

Impact on Gautam Exim Investors

After the stock split, the number of shares held by investors will double, although the overall investment value remains unchanged. The bonus issue will further increase holdings significantly.

For example, an investor holding 1,000 shares will first see their holdings rise to 2,000 shares post-split. Following the bonus issue, they will receive 6,000 additional shares, taking the total to 8,000 shares. While the share count rises, the value adjusts proportionately.

Know About Gautam Exim and Its Financial Performance

Founded in 2005 and based in Gujarat, Gautam Exim Limited operates in the paper and recyclable materials segment. The company is involved in importing waste paper and pulp, which are supplied to Indian paper mills, while also exporting kraft paper and related products to global markets. Its operations contribute to the recycling ecosystem and support sustainable raw material supply in the paper industry.

The company's recent financials show some pressure. In the first half of FY26, revenue declined to Rs 17.86 crore from Rs 21.08 crore a year earlier. Net profit also dropped to Rs 0.02 crore, compared to Rs 0.04 crore in the same period last year.

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