EQT AB Announces Significant Share Repurchase Progress

EQT AB Share Repurchase Announcement

EQT AB has recently taken notable steps in managing its share capital through a series of repurchases. The company repurchased a total of 602,996 ordinary shares during the period from March 31 to April 4. This initiative is part of a larger program aimed at acquiring up to 4,931,018 ordinary shares for a total maximum amount of SEK 2,500,000,000.

Details of the Repurchase Program

The structured buyback program, which commenced on March 12 and is scheduled to conclude on May 16, demonstrates EQT's commitment to optimizing shareholder value. These transactions are conducted under the regulatory framework established by the Market Abuse Regulation (EU) No 596/2014 and the associated Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) No 2016/1052.

Weekly Summary of Share Repurchases

Throughout week 14 of 2025, EQT has completed several transactions, with detailed account of the repurchases below:

Transaction Breakdown

The repurchased shares for the week were executed as follows:

On March 31, EQT acquired 106,000 shares at a weighted average price of SEK 304.2864, culminating in a total transaction value of SEK 32,254,358.40. The following day, April 1, an additional 115,000 shares were purchased at SEK 313.2291, resulting in a total of SEK 36,021,346.50 spent.

On April 2, the company repeated this pattern by buying another 115,000 shares at SEK 315.0153, leading to an expenditure of 36,226,759.50. The continual activity was observed on April 3, where 140,000 shares were acquired at a price of SEK 300.9577, totaling SEK 42,134,078.00. Finally, on April 4, EQT secured 126,996 shares at SEK 276.3182, bringing the day’s transaction value to SEK 35,091,306.13. This brings the cumulative total for the week to 602,996 shares purchased at a weighted average price of SEK 301.3749, culminating in a grand total spend during the week of SEK 181,727,848.53.

Overall Impact and Future Outlook

By the end of this repurchase program, EQT aims to enhance its structure significantly. As of April 4, including the shares repurchased, EQT's total share circulation is analyzed below:

Shares Overview

EQT reports a total issuance of 1,241,510,911 ordinary shares and an additional 496,056 Class C shares, yielding a grand total of 1,242,006,967 shares. EQT currently holds 61,968,153 shares in its treasury, which contribute to the overall management strategy of enhancing shareholder wealth.

Overall, the company has accumulated a total of 2,043,962 shares over the entire course of the repurchase program thus far, significantly contributing to its strategy of active share management. As EQT continues through this program, the careful regulation of its shares symbolizes confidence in EQT's growth trajectory and reinforces its standing in the marketplace.

Contact Information

For more inquiries regarding this program, please reach out to Olof Svensson, Head of Shareholder Relations, at +46 72 989 09 15. Further assistance can be sought through the EQT Press Office at +46 8 506 55 334.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of EQT's share repurchase program?

The primary goal is to boost shareholder value by reducing the total number of shares outstanding, which can often increase earnings per share.

How many shares has EQT repurchased to date?

As of the latest update, EQT has repurchased a total of 602,996 shares within the specified week.

What was the maximum limit set for the share buyback?

The repurchase program has a ceiling of 4,931,018 ordinary shares and a budget of SEK 2,500,000,000.

Who manages the repurchase transactions for EQT?

The transactions are being managed by Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken AB acting on behalf of EQT.

What is the current number of total issued shares for EQT?

Currently, EQT has issued 1,241,510,911 ordinary shares and a total of 496,056 Class C shares.

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