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Carvana Board Approves First 5-for-1 Stock Split, Pending Shareholder Vote

Shareholders vote May 5 on a charter amendment to implement the split.

Overview

  • Carvana disclosed this would be its first stock split and positioned it to broaden access to whole shares.
  • The company filed a preliminary proxy with the SEC and plans to submit a definitive Schedule 14A before the vote.
  • If approved, shareholders of record at the close on May 6 will receive four additional shares for each share held, with no action required.
  • Split-adjusted trading is expected to begin May 7 under the existing ticker CVNA, contingent on approvals and filings.
  • The announcement followed strong 2025 results and shares rose about 3% in early trading, with the company highlighting employee equity programs and its Employee Stock Purchase Plan as part of the rationale.