Nordea Bank Abp’s Successful Share Buyback on April 9, 2026
On April 9, 2026, Nordea Bank Abp executed a significant share repurchase, a strategic move aimed at enhancing shareholder value and optimizing the capital structure of the bank. The complete transaction, which saw the acquisition of 430,274 shares, was valued at approximately 6.67 million euros, reflecting an average price of €15.49 per share.
Detailed Breakdown of the Repurchase
The repurchase was carried out across various trading venues, as indicated below:
- - Trading Venue (MIC Code): XHEL
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Number of Shares: 236,772
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Weighted Average Price: €15.49
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Total Cost: €3,666,816.93
- - Trading Venue (MIC Code): XSTO
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Number of Shares: 172,028
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Weighted Average Price: €15.50
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Total Cost: €2,665,815.07
- - Trading Venue (MIC Code): XCSE
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Number of Shares: 21,474
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Weighted Average Price: €15.48
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Total Cost: €332,512.81
The total purchases were executed following regulatory requirements as outlined in Regulation No. 596/2014 of the European Parliament and Council.
Background of the Share Buyback Program
The repurchase effort commenced following Nordea's announcement on December 16, 2025, where it revealed plans for a share buyback program with a ceiling of €500 million. This initiative was backed by the approval from the bank's Annual General Meeting in 2025 and aims to utilize the repurchased shares primarily for capital optimization and remuneration purposes.
Current Holdings and Future Implications
Following these recent transactions, Nordea holds an impressive total of 6,003,472 treasury shares designated for capital optimization and an additional 9,045,443 treasury shares allocated for remuneration purposes. This approach aligns with Nordea’s commitment to returning value to its shareholders while maintaining a robust financial structure.
The share buyback is a strategic response to optimize capital management and enhance shareholder trust, positioning Nordea favorably within the competitive financial services landscape.
Conclusion
Nordea Bank Abp's execution of the share repurchase on April 9, 2026, not only reinforces its commitment to returning value to its shareholders but also highlights its strategic focus on maintaining a strong, resilient capital base. Stakeholders can anticipate continuing efforts from Nordea to enhance shareholder value through judicious capital management strategies.
For further inquiries, investors may reach out to Ilkka Ottoila, Head of Investor Relations, at +358 9 5300 7058 or contact the media at +358 10 416 8023.