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UBS completes 2025 share buyback programme

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Posted on November 21, 2025

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ZURICH (Reuters) -Swiss bank UBS said on Friday it had completed its 2025 share buyback programme and would communicate its repurchase plans for next year in February. In total, the bank repurchased

UBS Successfully Completes 2025 Share Buyback Program

ZURICH (Reuters) -Swiss bank UBS said on Friday it had completed its 2025 share buyback programme and would communicate its repurchase plans for next year in February.

In total, the bank repurchased shares worth $3 billion this year, as planned, UBS said in a statement. $2 billion of the buyback took place in the second half of the year.

(Writing by Dave Graham, Editing by Miranda Murray)

Key Takeaways

  • UBS completed its 2025 share buyback program.
  • The bank repurchased $3 billion in shares this year.
  • Plans for next year's buyback will be announced in February.
  • $2 billion of the buyback occurred in the second half of the year.
  • The announcement was made in Zurich by UBS.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a share buyback?
A share buyback occurs when a company purchases its own shares from the marketplace, reducing the number of outstanding shares. This can increase the value of remaining shares and improve financial ratios.
What is equity?
Equity represents the ownership value in an asset or company after deducting liabilities. In finance, it often refers to shareholders' equity, which is the net assets owned by shareholders.

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