Wipro's Share Splits Turn ₹10,000 Investment From 1980 Into ₹1,000 Crore
BY: RICHA KAUSHIK
Wipro’s share price stability is complemented by impressive growth achieved through strategic share splits and bonuses, increasing holdings from 100 shares in 1980 to 2.55 crore shares today.
The significant returns from Wipro highlight the advantages of patience and investing in companies with solid fundamentals, contrasting with the pursuit of quick profits.
Wipro’s history of regular stock splits, bonuses, and dividends has greatly enhanced investor returns over the past 40-42 years, proving the effectiveness of consistent corporate strategies.
Despite the share price moving from approximately ₹100 in 1980 to ₹451 today, the substantial increase in value for investors has primarily been driven by Wipro’s corporate actions rather than price appreciation alone.
The village of Alamner, Maharashtra, where Wipro was founded, has developed a unique investment culture, with families traditionally investing in Wipro shares and using them as a financial asset for newborns.
Alamner has become a symbol of financial success, illustrating how Wipro’s growth has impacted not just its investors but also the local community, reinforcing the benefits of strategic and patient investing.