Ericsson continues its weekly share buyback program, repurchasing Class B shares during Aug 24–28, 2026, as part of a sustained capital return strategy
Executive summary: Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson repurchased its own Class B shares (ISIN SE0000108656) during the period August 24–28, 2026, as reported in a routine weekly buyback disclosure. The buyback is part of an ongoing programme that reduces share count, supports earnings per share, and signals disciplined capital allocation amid reported cost pressures in the telecom equipment sector.
Who is involved: Ericsson (publ), Nasdaq Stockholm, Swedish Financial Supervisory Authority (programme authorised by AGM 2026).
Likely next: Next weekly buyback report expected around 7 September 2026 (covering 31 Aug–4 Sep). Ericsson’s Q3 2026 earnings (mid-October) may provide an update on the programme’s progress and any potential extension.
Ericsson disclosed its latest weekly share repurchase, buying back Class B shares over the five trading days ending August 28. This marks the eighth consecutive weekly announcement since late July, reflecting a consistent, board-authorised buyback cadence. The volumes are modest relative to the company’s market capitalisation, but the regularity signals management’s confidence in cash generation and a commitment to returning capital to shareholders. No change to the programme’s scope or timeline was indicated.
Timeline
- — Share buybacks in Ericsson during the period August 24 - August 28, 2026 (PR Newswire)
- — Share buybacks in Ericsson during the period August 24 - August 28, 2026 (duplicate) (PR Newswire)
- — Share buybacks in Ericsson during the period August 17 - August 21, 2026 (PR Newswire)
- — Share buybacks in Ericsson during the period August 10 - August 14, 2026 (PR Newswire)
- — Share buybacks in Ericsson during the period August 3 - August 7, 2026 (PR Newswire)
- — Share buybacks in Ericsson during the period July 27 - July 31, 2026 (PR Newswire)
- — Share buybacks in Ericsson during the period July 20 - July 24, 2026 (PR Newswire)
- — Share buybacks in Ericsson during the period July 13 - July 17, 2026 (PR Newswire)
- — +++ Geschäftszahlen +++: Kostenanstieg macht Ericsson zu schaffen (Handelsblatt)
Analysis — what this means
Likely next events
- Next weekly buyback report expected around September 7, 2026 (covering Aug 31–Sep 4).
- Ericsson Q3 2026 earnings release (typically mid-October) may update on buyback programme progress.
Sectors affected
- Telecommunications equipment
- Network infrastructure
Regulatory implications
- Complies with EU Market Abuse Regulation (MAR) and Swedish Corporate Governance Code; buybacks authorised by AGM 2026.
Historical parallels
- Ericsson’s 2022–2023 buyback programme (SEK 10bn authorised).
- Nokia’s recurring buyback programmes 2021–2024.
Key entities
Sources
- Share buybacks in Ericsson during the period August 24 - August 28, 2026 — PR Newswire
- Share buybacks in Ericsson during the period August 24 - August 28, 2026 (duplicate) — PR Newswire
- Share buybacks in Ericsson during the period July 13 - July 17, 2026 — PR Newswire
- Share buybacks in Ericsson during the period July 20 - July 24, 2026 — PR Newswire
- Share buybacks in Ericsson during the period July 27 - July 31, 2026 — PR Newswire
- Share buybacks in Ericsson during the period August 3 - August 7, 2026 — PR Newswire
- Share buybacks in Ericsson during the period August 10 - August 14, 2026 — PR Newswire
- Share buybacks in Ericsson during the period August 17 - August 21, 2026 — PR Newswire
- +++ Geschäftszahlen +++: Kostenanstieg macht Ericsson zu schaffen — Handelsblatt
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