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Stock alerts, explained in plain English
Any NSE-listed company announces a corporate action, Radarly catches it and tells you first. Here's exactly what each one means.
💰 Dividend
🎁 Bonus
✂️ Split
🔄 Buyback
🚀 IPO
📋 Rights Issue
A company shares a portion of its profits directly with shareholders. The money is deposited straight to your account.
Think of it like…
Your dad owns a shop. At the end of the month, the shop earns ₹10,000 profit.
He gives you ₹500 just because you're family. That's a dividend.
Real example
TCS declares ₹28 dividend per share
You own 50 shares → You get ₹1,400 💵
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Generally good news. The company is profitable and rewarding investors. No action needed, money arrives automatically.
The company gives you extra shares for free. You don't spend a single rupee more.
Think of it like…
You have 100 toffees in a jar. Your mum drops in 100 more for free, just as a reward. You now have 200 toffees.
You didn't pay anything extra. You were simply rewarded for having them.
Real example
ITC announces Bonus 1:1 (1 extra share for every 1 held)
You own 100 shares → You now have 200 shares 🎉
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Free shares! The price per share adjusts down proportionally, so total value stays the same initially. Having more shares is a good sign of company confidence.
One share is divided into multiple smaller shares. The price drops proportionally, but your total investment value stays exactly the same.
Think of it like…
You have one ₹100 note. The bank cuts it into two ₹50 notes.
You still have ₹100, just more pieces.
Real example
IRFC does a 10:1 split (1 share → 10 shares, price ÷ 10)
You own 5 shares at ₹200 → Now 50 shares at ₹20 each ✂️
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Neutral in value, but cheaper shares attract more buyers. Often seen as a bullish signal. Nothing you need to do.
The company offers to buy back its own shares from you, usually at a price higher than the market price.
Think of it like…
You bought a cricket bat for ₹500. The shop you bought it from calls you and says
"We'll buy it back from you for ₹700." You can say yes and make ₹200 profit, or simply keep it.
Real example
Infosys launches buyback at ₹1,850/share when market price is ₹1,750
You can tender shares and pocket ₹100 extra per share 💸
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Usually very positive. It means the company has excess cash and believes its stock is undervalued. You can choose to sell or hold.
The company needs to raise money and gives existing shareholders the first right to buy new shares, at a discounted price.
Think of it like…
Your building society is renovating and needs ₹10L. They offer flat owners a chance to
contribute at a lower cost first, before asking outsiders. You get first dibs.
Real example
Tata Motors offers Rights Issue at ₹400 when market price is ₹520
You can buy more shares at ₹120 discount per share 🏷️
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Could be good (if the company is growing) or a warning sign (if they need cash urgently). Do some research before subscribing. Deadline matters. Act before the Rights close date.
A private company lists on the stock exchange for the first time. From that day, anyone can buy their shares publicly.
Think of it like…
A popular homemade pickle brand your family loves has always been privately run by one family. One day they say "We want to go national and need funds, so we are letting the public buy a piece of our business."
That is an IPO. The moment a private company opens its ownership to everyone for the first time.
Real example
Hyundai India IPO opens at ₹1,960 per share
Apply via your broker app → if allotted, you own shares from Day 1 🎯
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High excitement, but also high risk. New companies have no track record. Research the company before applying. Not all IPOs list at a profit.
📅 Key dates you'll see in every alert
These two dates appear in almost every corporate action alert. Here's what they mean:
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Ex-Date
The cut-off date. You must already own the shares before this date to be eligible for the benefit.
⏰ Buy before ex-date to qualify
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Record Date
The date when the company checks its books. Anyone who appears as a shareholder on this date gets the benefit.
Usually 1–2 days after Ex-Date
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Payment Date
The date when dividends or buyback proceeds are actually credited to your bank account.
Sit back and wait for this one
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Close Date
Relevant for Rights Issues and IPOs. It is the last day you can apply. Miss this and you're out.
⚡ Don't miss this deadline
✅ What should I actually do?
Quick reference. When you get an alert, here is your action plan.
| Alert type |
Your action |
Deadline? |
| 💰 Dividend |
Nothing. Money arrives automatically after payment date. |
Hold shares before Ex-Date |
| 🎁 Bonus |
Nothing. Extra shares appear in your Demat account automatically. |
Hold shares before Ex-Date |
| ✂️ Split |
Nothing. Your share count updates, price adjusts automatically. |
Hold shares before Ex-Date |
| 🔄 Buyback |
Decide if you want to sell. If yes, tender your shares via your broker before the close date. |
⚡ Tender before close date |
| 📋 Rights Issue |
Research the company. If you want to subscribe, apply via your broker or ASBA before the close date. |
⚡ Apply before close date |
| 🚀 IPO |
Research the company. Apply via your broker app or UPI during the open window. |
⚡ Apply before IPO closes |