Essity repurchased own Class B shares in late July 2026
Hygiene and health company Essity repurchased 280,884 of its own Class B shares between July 27 and July 31, 2026, as part of an ongoing buyback program.
Essity Aktiebolag (publ) repurchased a total of 280,884 of its own Class B shares (ISIN: SE0009922164) during the week of July 27 to July 31, 2026. The transactions were conducted under the framework of a share buyback program authorized by the company's Board of Directors.
The share purchases are part of Essity's SEK 3 billion buyback program, initially announced on April 22, 2026. This program is set to continue until the Annual General Meeting in 2027 at the latest. The buybacks are being carried out in compliance with the EU Market Abuse Regulation (MAR) and Commission Delegated Regulation 2016/1052 (Safe Harbour Regulation).
The buyback program aims to enhance Essity's financial flexibility and provide the opportunity to return capital to shareholders. The company has previously stated that the program will be utilized strategically to optimize its capital structure.
Essity operates in the consumer goods sector, with a focus on hygiene and health products. The company's portfolio includes incontinence products, paper products, and wound care solutions. These share repurchases are a component of its broader financial strategy.