Stock split history for Markel (MKL)
Markel stock (symbol: MKL) underwent a total of 1 stock split.
The most recent stock split occurred on September 11, 1989.
One MKL share bought prior to September 11, 1989 would equal 1.2 MKL shares today.
The same share count applies to one share bought at IPO on December 12, 1986.

MKL
Stock splits history (since IPO on December 12, 1986)
Cumulative multiple is the running product of split factors from the chronologically oldest row through each date. Rows are listed newest-first, so the cumulative column reads forward in time from the bottom of the table toward the top.
| Date | Type | Split | Multiple | Cumulative multiple | Pre-split price | Post-split price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 11, 1989 | Stock split | 6:5 | x1.2 | x1.2 | $28.50 | $23.75 |
September 11, 1989
- Type
- Stock split
- Split
- 6:5
- Multiple
- x1.2
- Cumulative multiple
- x1.2
- Pre-split price
- $28.50
- Post-split price
- $23.75
Pre-split price is the final regular-session close on a trading day strictly before the split calendar date. Post-split price is the first session open on or after that date. Both values come from unadjusted end-of-day bars for the company's primary listing.
The Type column reflects the data feed's event category (for example stock split vs stock dividend). When the feed labels a generic split but the ratio is reverse (e.g. 1:10), we show reverse stock split. Optional editorial context for a row appears next to the split ratio as an info icon (hover or keyboard focus on desktop; tap on mobile). The same text is listed under Row notes when that block is expanded.
Wondering why some rows show ratios like 51:50 or 2000:1973? Read: stock split ratios explained →How the cumulative column is computed: cumulative split multiplier explained. For ratios driven by spin-offs, see spin-offs explained. Or read the methodology for how prices and cumulative multiples are computed.
Stock splits for companies in the Financial Services sector
8 peers sorted by market cap
Compare split histories across large names in the same sector. Each ticker links to its own split table; the list excludes ETFs and funds and follows our daily company snapshot.
| Ticker | Company | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| BRK-B | Berkshire Hathaway Inc. | $1.04T |
| JPM | JPMorgan Chase & Co. | $792.33B |
| V | Visa Inc. | $632.38B |
| MA | Mastercard Incorporated | $441.53B |
| BAC | Bank of America Corporation | $359.80B |
| MS | Morgan Stanley | $299.02B |
| GS | The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. | $273.99B |
| WFC | Wells Fargo & Company | $228.14B |
Frequently asked questions
How many times has Markel (MKL) split its stock?
Our data shows 1 stock split for Markel (MKL). See the table on this page for dates and ratios.
What is a stock split?
A stock split increases the number of shares outstanding while proportionally lowering the share price, so market capitalization is unchanged. Chart and return tools often use split-adjusted prices. The split table on this page refreshes daily from our corporate-actions data.
What is the cumulative split multiple for MKL?
Multiplying each split factor in chronological order gives a cumulative multiple of about 1.2 from the oldest split through the most recent one in our table.
Does a stock split change the value of my MKL investment?
A split does not change the total market value of your holding by itself; you own more shares at a lower per-share price. Dividends per share and some per-share metrics are often adjusted for splits.
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