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    Ericsson Launches $1.63 Billion Share Buyback Program

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    Posted on April 16, 2026

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    Last updated: April 16, 2026

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    Quick Summary

    Ericsson has launched a SEK 15 billion (US $1.63 billion) share buyback program starting April 23, 2026, through March 31, 2027. This reflects the company’s strong Q4 performance and marks a shift in its capital returns strategy.

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    Ericsson Launches $1.63 Billion Share Buyback Program Set for 2026–2027

    Ericsson Announces Major Share Buyback Initiative

    Program Details and Timeline

    April 16 (Reuters) - Swedish telecoms gear maker Ericsson on Thursday launched a share buyback program worth 15 billion Swedish krona ($1.63 billion).

    Buyback Period

    The period for the buyback begins on April 23, 2026, and will end on March 31, 2027, the company said in a statement.

    Currency Exchange Rate

    ($1 = 9.1909 Swedish crowns)

    Reporting Information

    (Reporting by Gursimran Kaur in Bengaluru)

    References

    • Ericsson shares jump 8% on first-ever buyback, dividend hike By Investing.com
    • Ericsson Beats Profit Forecasts, Plans $1.7B Buyback | TrustFinance Blog

    Table of Contents

    • Ericsson Announces Major Share Buyback Initiative
    • Program Details and Timeline
    • Buyback Period
    • Currency Exchange Rate
    • Reporting Information

    Key Takeaways

    • •The SEK 15 billion buyback—Ericsson’s first-ever—will run through March 31, 2027 and represents up to 10% of outstanding shares (investing.com).
    • •The initiative complements a raised dividend of SEK 3 per share (up from SEK 2.85), signaling robust free cash flow and confidence in margins (investing.com).

    Frequently Asked Questions about Ericsson launches $1.63 billion share buyback program

    1When does Ericsson's share buyback program start and end?

    Ericsson's share buyback program begins on April 23, 2026, and ends on March 31, 2027.

    2What is the total value of Ericsson's share buyback program?

    The share buyback program is worth 15 billion Swedish krona, equivalent to $1.63 billion.

    3What is the exchange rate used in Ericsson's buyback announcement?
  • •Strong Q4 2025 results—adjusted EBITA margin expansion and healthy cash position—enabled the buyback and dividend hike (trustfinance.com)
  • The exchange rate stated is $1 equals 9.1909 Swedish crowns.

    4Who announced the Ericsson share buyback program?

    The share buyback program was announced by Swedish telecoms gear maker Ericsson in a statement.

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