Kanzhun expands buyback to US$400M; RMB1.94B YTD repurchased
Jun 24, 2026, 6:47 AM EDT2 sourcesAI-analyzed
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Significant buyback scale and a higher authorization cap reduce share count, potentially lifting EPS and supporting the stock in the near term; historical buybacks often press prices higher when aligned with earnings growth expectations.
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KANZHUN Limited (BZ) reaffirmed its capital-return focus, reporting RMB30 million in June share repurchases and near RMB1.94 billion in total YTD activity. The board broadened authorization to US$400 million through August 2027 and pledged at least 50% of adjusted net income for dividends and buybacks for three years, signaling confidence in growth and potential EPS support.
Kanzhun repurchased about RMB30 million of shares on June 23, 2026.
YTD buybacks total nearly RMB1.94 billion in 2026.
Board expanded authorization to repurchase up to US$400 million through Aug 28, 2027.
Starting 2026, at least 50% of adjusted net income funds dividends and buybacks.
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