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UBS starts buyback programme for up to $2 billion in shares

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Posted on June 30, 2025

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· Last updated: June 30, 2025

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UBS Launches $2 Billion Share Buyback Program Starting July 1

ZURICH (Reuters) -UBS is starting a share buyback programme for up to $2 billion in shares, in line with a plan approved at its annual general meeting in April, the Swiss bank said on Monday.

The buyback programme is due to start on July 1. UBS said it intends to repurchase up to $2 billion in shares during the second half of this year, as previously announced.

UBS said in a statement that it would set out its 2026 capital return ambitions with its fourth quarter and full-year 2025 financial results early next year.

(Writing by Dave Graham, Editing by Friederike Heine)

Key Takeaways

  • UBS is initiating a $2 billion share buyback program.
  • The program starts on July 1, as approved in April.
  • UBS aims to complete the buyback in the second half of the year.
  • Future capital return plans will be detailed in early 2025.
  • The announcement aligns with UBS's strategic financial goals.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the amount UBS plans to repurchase in shares?
UBS is starting a share buyback program for up to $2 billion in shares.
When will the buyback program commence?
The buyback program is due to start on July 1.
When will UBS outline its 2026 capital return ambitions?
UBS will set out its 2026 capital return ambitions with its fourth quarter and full-year 2025 financial results early next year.

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