Ericsson Announces Its Share Buybacks from September 14 to 18, 2026
Ericsson's Share Buybacks: September 14 to 18, 2026
In a strategic move to enhance shareholder value, Ericsson has announced the details of its share buyback program for the period of September 14 to September 18, 2026. Over this five-day trading window, the company repurchased a total of 500,000 Class B shares, with an impressive total transaction value amounting to 49,775,660 SEK (Swedish Krona).
The breakdown of the buybacks is as follows:
| Date | Shares Purchased | Weighted Average Price (SEK) | Total Value (SEK) |
|---|---|---|---|
| -- | ---- | ------- | ------- |
| 14/09/2026 | 100,000 | 98.8567 | 9,885,670.00 |
| 15/09/2026 | 100,000 | 98.0365 | 9,803,650.00 |
| 16/09/2026 | 100,000 | 98.9866 | 9,898,660.00 |
| 17/09/2026 | 100,000 | 101.2732 | 10,127,320.00 |
| 18/09/2026 | 100,000 | 100.6036 | 10,060,360.00 |
Purpose of the Share Buyback
The share repurchase initiative is part of Ericsson's broader strategy, which aims to buy back shares valued up to SEK 15,000,000,000. This action was initially announced on April 16, 2026, and it is set to continue until March 31, 2027, unless adjusted or canceled by the board.
Ericsson's Board of Directors has indicated that during the 2027 Annual General Meeting, they will recommend canceling the repurchased shares, except for those used in fulfilling incentives tied to employee compensation programs.
Compliance with Market Regulations
The share buyback transaction adhered to the Regulation (EU) No 596/2014 concerning market abuse, ensuring all operations were compliant with the stipulated regulatory framework. Additionally, the acquisitions were facilitated through Goldman Sachs Bank Europe SE, solely executing purchases on the Nasdaq Stockholm exchange on behalf of Ericsson.
Current Holdings
Following the completion of these transactions, Ericsson now holds a total of 108,018,663 Class B shares as treasury stock. Overall, the company has approximately 3,371,351,735 shares outstanding, comprising 261,755,983 Class A shares and 3,109,595,752 Class B shares.
Conclusion
This share buyback program is indicative of Ericsson's commitment to reinforcing its financial stability and enhancing shareholder return. Investors are keenly observing the outcomes of such strategic maneuvers as they reflect the company's health and market positioning. Continued interest in Ericsson will likely hinge on how these buybacks align with overall corporate performance in both domestic and global markets.
For more detailed insights and timely updates, stakeholders are encouraged to follow Ericsson's press releases and financial communications.
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Contacts:
Investors: Daniel Morris, VP, Head of Investor Relations
Media: Ralf Bagner, Head of Media Relations
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