Several companies are being considered as potential candidates for stock splits by the end of 2026, according to analysis from industry experts. Among these companies, AutoZone (NYSE: AZO) has a share price exceeding $3,600, while MercadoLibre (NASDAQ: MELI) trades at around $2,500 and has never split its stock since its 2009 IPO. Costco (NASDAQ: COST) is also highlighted, with shares hovering around $1,000 and no split since 2000. Other notable mentions include Booking Holdings (NASDAQ: BKNG) at over $5,000 per share, and Netflix (NASDAQ: NFLX) trading above $1,000.
Research from Bank of America reveals that stocks that undergo splits tend to outperform the S&P 500 over the subsequent 12 months. This trend indicates that stock splits can signal management confidence and make shares more accessible to everyday investors. With growing investor interest, these companies could consider splits as a strategic move to facilitate broader ownership.
