ABT · News · 20260808N
Capital Return Program
ABBOTT LABORATORIES · 2026-08-08 · Importance 58 · Surprise 42 · In source text
Abbott Laboratories completed a $1.35 billion share buyback by August 8, 2026. The company repurchased more than 14 million shares through the program. The buyback represents a material return of capital and may reduce Abbott’s shares outstanding and support per-share earnings.
Key facts
- Abbott Laboratories has completed a $1.35 billion share buyback, repurchasing over 14 million shares. source
Impact estimates
| metric | direction | stage | expected | basis |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| cash | negative | realized | — | Abbott Laboratories has completed a $1.35 billion share buyback, repurchasing over 14 million shares. |