European aircraft manufacturer Airbus has announced the launch of a multi-year share buyback programme worth up to €5 billion, aimed at increasing shareholder returns.
The programme, which began on November 9, 2026, is scheduled to be completed no later than July 31, 2029. It will be carried out in multiple tranches, with Airbus intending to cancel the shares repurchased under the programme.
The first tranche, running from November 9 to December 23, 2026, will involve share repurchases of up to €800 million. Transactions during this period will be managed by an independent investment firm, subject to market conditions.
Airbus received authorization at its Annual General Meeting on April 14, 2026, to repurchase up to 10% of the company’s issued share capital. Implementation of the programme remains subject to continued shareholder approval and compliance with applicable European Union regulations.
