Equity

Stock Split

Definition

A corporate action that increases the number of shares outstanding while proportionally decreasing the price per share.

Example
A 2-for-1 split turns one $100 share into two $50 shares. Bull Market Category: Equity / Market Condition Definition: A market period characterized by rising prices and investor optimism, typically defined as a 20% or gr
Frequently Asked Question
What is Stock Split in trading?
A corporate action that increases the number of shares outstanding while proportionally decreasing the price per share.
APA Citation
Clark, R. (2025). Stock Split. VixShield Trading Glossary. Retrieved from https://www.vixshield.com/glossary/stock-split
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Russell Clark, FNP-C
Author of SPX Mastery series · Founder of VixShield
Last updated:  ·  Source: VixShield Trading Glossary — From SPX Mastery by Russell Clark
⚠️ Not financial advice. This definition is educational content from the SPX Mastery book series by Russell Clark (VixShield). Past performance is not indicative of future results. Trading options involves substantial risk of loss and is not appropriate for all investors. Always paper trade before risking real capital.