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Howard Lutnick Sheds Ownership Stakes in Cantor Fitzgerald, BGC, Newmark - WSJ

May 19, 2025, 10:07 AM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed
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The repurchase of shares signals confidence in BGC's future. Historical buybacks often lead to positive price momentum as seen with other firms.

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Howard Lutnick is selling ownership stakes as part of an ethics agreement. BGC Group is repurchasing over 16.4 million shares for $151.5 million. Shares will be bought at about $9.21 each, the average price last week. Cantor Fitzgerald maintains control over BGC Group and Newmark Group. Lutnick’s deals involve family trusts benefiting his children.

  • Howard Lutnick is selling ownership stakes as part of an ethics agreement.
  • BGC Group is repurchasing over 16.4 million shares for $151.5 million.
  • Shares will be bought at about $9.21 each, the average price last week.
  • Cantor Fitzgerald maintains control over BGC Group and Newmark Group.
  • Lutnick’s deals involve family trusts benefiting his children.

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