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Ericsson July buybacks: 3.5M ERIXFn shares repurchased, ongoing plan

Aug 3, 2026, 2:55 AM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed

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Share buybacks typically reduce float and can support the stock price; the ongoing SEK 15B program through 2027 provides a recurring positive signal, though incremental upside may depend on breadth of participation and market conditions.

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Ericsson disclosed July 27-31, 2026 share repurchases totaling 3.5 million Class B shares at an average of 94.6474 SEK (~331.3 million SEK). The program, part of a SEK 15 billion buyback running through March 31, 2027, will reduce float and may boost per-share metrics, with treasury stock now at 91.169 million Class B shares. The company intends to cancel repurchased shares not needed for incentive programs pending AGM approval.

Ericsson repurchased 3.5M Class B shares July 27-31, 2026.
Aggregate 3.5M shares at 94.6474 SEK; total value 331,265,750 SEK.
Buyback cap SEK 15B through Mar 31, 2027; treasury stock 91,169,316 Class B.
Purchases executed on Nasdaq Stockholm by Goldman Sachs Bank Europe SE.
Total outstanding: 3.371B shares; Class A 261.756M; Class B 3.1096B.

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