Nokia repurchased 1.4 million shares at €4.53 each. The share buyback program aims to offset dilution from Infinera shares. Total buyback plan targets €900 million for 150 million shares. Nokia currently holds 239.5 million treasury shares post-repurchase.
Share buybacks generally signal confidence and strengthen share prices, as seen in previous buyback initiatives by companies like Apple.
Immediate price support from buybacks, but long-term trends depend on overall market conditions and company performance.
Share repurchases are significant for maintaining share value, particularly important for active investors.