HDFC Bank shares opened at ₹979.50 on NSE and BSE today, August 26, 2025, slipping over 1% in early trade as the stock turned ex-bonus for its 1:1 issue.
HDFC Bank Share Performance – August 26, 2025 (Post 1:1 Bonus Issue)
|
Exchange |
Opening Price |
Current Price |
Change (%) |
Day’s Range |
52-Week Range |
|
NSE |
₹979.50 |
₹968.90 |
-1.34% |
₹968.60 –
₹985.70 |
₹968.60 –
₹2032.64 |
|
BSE |
₹979.50 |
₹968.90 |
-1.34% |
₹968.60 –
₹985.70 |
₹968.60 –
₹2032.64 |
Key Highlights & News Today
1. Bonus Issue Adjustment What’s Really Happening?
On August 26, 2025, HDFC Bank shares began trading ex-bonus following the Board’s approval of its first-ever 1:1 bonus issue meaning shareholders received one extra share for every share held, at no extra cost. The record date was August 27, but markets were closed, so the ex-date effectively drove a visible halving in the share price. Importantly, this was a technical adjustment not a signal of weakened fundamentals
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2. Q1 FY26 Results at a Glance
- Standalone Profit: ₹18,155 crore, up 12% YoY
- Consolidated Profit: ₹16,258 crore, down 1.3% YoY
- Net Interest Income: Rose ~5.4%; other income more than doubled, driven by treasury gains and fee revenue.
- Provisions: Bad loan provisions increased fivefold but largely precautionary.
3. Dividend & Bonus: A Wealth of Rewards
- Special Interim Dividend: ₹5 per share (500%) declared, paid in August with a record date of July 25, 2025
- Bonus Issue Mechanics: For example, if you held 100 shares pre-ex-date at ₹1,973 each, post-ex price adjusts to ~₹986.50 with 200 shares, keeping investment value constant but increasing liquidity and retail accessibility
- Tax Note: Bonus shares are not tax-free capital gains apply when you sell, depending on holding period (STCG/LTCG)
4. Sector & Market Sentiment
Despite global trade uncertainties impacting markets, Q1 earnings from HDFC Bank and peers like ICICI helped buoy investor sentiment evident in muted yet resilient market openings.
HDFC Bank vs Peers (ICICI, SBI, Axis)
|
Bank |
Price (₹) |
PE Ratio |
Dividend
Yield |
1Y Return (%) |
|
HDFC Bank |
₹968.90 |
10.49 |
1.12% |
+21% |
|
ICICI Bank |
₹1,020.50 |
15.30 |
1.00% |
+18% |
|
SBI |
₹645.20 |
8.90 |
1.50% |
+25% |
|
Axis Bank |
₹1,050.00 |
12.40 |
1.20% |
+19% |
Conclusion: Should You Buy Today?
Yes, HDFC Bank remains fundamentally sound. The technical dip from the 1:1 bonus issue offers a compelling entry point. With strong standalone earnings, hefty interim dividend, and brokerage targets in the ₹2,300 range, long-term investors looking for stable growth and income may want to act.
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