Aditya Bhattachrya Comments on STCG Tax Implications in Business Today Article on RIL Bonus Shares

In a recent article published by Business Today titled “Sold entire long-term RIL stock holding after bonus shares? It’s time to pay STCG tax”, Aditya Bhattachrya shared expert insights on the taxation norms surrounding bonus shares and their strategic implications for investors.

Aditya emphasized that bonus shares are taxed based on their holding period post-allotment. He stated, “If you sell them within a year, it’s short-term capital gains; if held longer, it’s long-term.” He further highlighted the importance of strategic timing in stock sales, especially in light of the tax liabilities that come into play.

Additionally, Aditya noted that investors might consider holding bonus shares longer to qualify for long-term capital gains tax benefits and may increasingly favor dividend-paying stocks for consistent income streams.

This timely analysis offers guidance for investors navigating portfolio decisions after corporate actions like bonus share allotments.