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A 3 for 1 stock split is a corporate action where each existing share is divided into three new shares. This increases the number of outstanding shares while proportionally decreasing the share price, maintaining the same total market capitalization.
The calculator uses the 3 for 1 stock split formula:
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Explanation: The formula maintains the same total investment value while increasing share count and reducing share price proportionally.
Details: Stock splits make shares more affordable to retail investors, increase liquidity, and can signal company confidence in future growth, though they don't change the fundamental value of the company.
Tips: Enter the number of shares you own before the split and the pre-split price per share. The calculator will show your new share count and the adjusted price per share after the 3 for 1 split.
Q1: Does a stock split change my investment value?
A: No, a stock split does not change the total value of your investment. It only changes the number of shares you own and the price per share proportionally.
Q2: Why do companies perform stock splits?
A: Companies split their stock to make shares more affordable to smaller investors, increase liquidity, and potentially make the stock more attractive to a broader range of investors.
Q3: When do I receive my additional shares?
A: Additional shares are typically distributed on the effective date of the split, which is specified by the company in their split announcement.
Q4: How does a split affect options or derivatives?
A: Options contracts are adjusted to reflect the split. The number of contracts may increase and the strike price will decrease to maintain equivalent value.
Q5: Are there tax implications for a stock split?
A: No, stock splits are not taxable events. Your cost basis per share will be adjusted accordingly for future capital gains calculations.