Latest Share Repurchase News

Bankers Investment Trust reported a 3.7% NAV total return for the half-year to April 2026, outpacing the FTSE World Index, while declaring a 3.1% dividend increase. Fund manager Alex Crooke announced retirement, with Richard Clode set to take the helm.

Kingfish Limited posted a $13.6 million net loss for the year ended 31 March 2026, with portfolio returns lagging the benchmark amid geopolitical tensions and AI sector uncertainty.

Ryder Capital Limited has launched a fresh on-market buy-back program targeting up to 8 million ordinary shares, extending its capital management strategy through mid-2027 without requiring shareholder approval.

Perseus Mining has boosted its on-market share buy-back program by A$50 million to A$150 million, reflecting confidence in its balance sheet and cash flow generation while maintaining funding for organic growth.

WCM Global Growth Limited has renewed its on-market share buy-back program for another year, signalling ongoing capital management flexibility amid evolving market conditions.

Australian Finance Group (ASX:AFG) has kicked off a $15 million on-market share buyback, aiming to return capital to shareholders while maintaining strategic flexibility amid recent share price softness.

Solvar Limited has renewed its on-market share buy-back for 12 months, signalling ongoing capital management amid evolving market conditions.

James Hardie Industries saw a 25% sales increase in FY26 driven by the AZEK acquisition but reported a 75% net income decline amid acquisition costs and margin pressures. The company expects synergy gains and adjusted EBITDA growth in FY27.

Earlypay has slashed its shares on issue by 17.6% through a $9.3 million buyback while eliminating corporate debt, and now projects its Funds In Use will hit a three-year high by June 2026.

Life360 has authorized a $225 million share repurchase program aimed at offsetting dilution from stock-based compensation, supported by robust cash flow and a strong balance sheet.

News Corporation reported a 9% revenue increase to $2.185 billion in Q3 FY2026, driven by growth across its media and real estate segments, but net income attributable to stockholders declined 14% amid rising costs and restructuring.

Block, Inc. reported a robust Q1 2026 with AI-powered productivity gains, strong Cash App and Square growth, and a $5 billion share buyback boost. Despite a GAAP net loss due to restructuring and legal costs, the fintech giant raised its full-year outlook, signaling confidence in its AI-led transformation.