New Delhi, Oct. 25 -- Bonuses are one of those little joys in life that never get old, whether it's a well-earned reward at work, an unexpected day off, or an extra scoop of ice cream.

In the stock market, a bonus issue brings that same warm feeling.

It's when a company rewards its shareholders by issuing additional shares free of cost, usually out of its accumulated profits or reserves.

It's a company's way of acknowledging its shareholders, sharing the rewards of growth.

It's more than just about the extra shares; it's often seen as a signal of a company's confidence in its growth and a gesture of goodwill toward loyal shareholders.

In recent months, many companies have delighted their shareholders with unexpected bonus announcemen...