Centerpoint Energy Inc. (CNP) Stock Split History

Centerpoint Energy Inc. has split its stock 2 times since its initial public offering (IPO). The first stock split occurred on June 15, 1981 with the ratio of 3-for-2, meaning that for 2 shares of CNP owned pre-split, shareholders then owned 3 shares. The most recent stock split took place on December 11, 1995 on a 2-for-1 basis.

These actions have increased CNP stock's liquidity and made it more appealing to a larger group of investors. However, it's important to remember that a stock split only change the number of shares and the price per share with no impact on Centerpoint Energy Inc.'s total market capitalization.

For more detailed information of Centerpoint Energy Inc.'s stock splits, view the table below:

The answer will depend on the decisions of the company's managers and market volatility. Centerpoint Energy Inc. has not made an official announcement regarding whether it will enact a stock split or reverse stock split, but it has a history of doing so when CNP stock prices become too high or too low for retail investors. Therefore, the ultimate decisions will certainly be made by Centerpoint Energy Inc.'s board of directors. Typically, no action is taken until its price per share reaches a specific threshold.