Ericsson advances share buybacks, expands SEK 15 billion program through 2027
Jul 6, 2026, 2:59 AM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed
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Buybacks typically support price by lowering float and signaling management confidence, though the weekly total (~3.1m shares) is a small fraction of outstanding B shares; the larger SEK 15B program could provide ongoing but gradual upside.
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Ericsson disclosed the week-long Class B share repurchases totaling 3.10 million shares from June 29 to July 3, 2026, at an average of 106.8725 SEK and a total value of SEK 331.30 million. The program is part of a larger SEK 15 billion buyback running through March 31, 2027, with potential cancellation of repurchased shares at the 2027 AGM. This ongoing buyback may modestly support ERIXFn and improve per-share metrics over time.
Ericsson repurchased 3.10 million Class B shares in Jun 29–Jul 3, 2026.
Total buyback value: SEK 331.30 million; period avg price 106.8725 SEK.
Buyback part of up to SEK 15 billion; runs Apr 23, 2026–Mar 31, 2027; treasury stock now 67,098,958 Class B.
Board may cancel repurchased shares at the 2027 AGM; MAR/Safe Harbour compliant.
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