The share buyback program implemented by OVH Groupe was approved during the Ordinary General Meeting of shareholders. This program, based on the 17th resolution adopted on February 12, 2026, aims to take strategic measures regarding share management. Here is a detailed summary of this program, including its objectives and terms, as well as information about the shares held by the company.
Objectives of the Share Buyback Program
The main objective of the share buyback program is multiple. OVH Groupe plans to use these buybacks for various reasons, including:
- The implementation of stock option plans in accordance with the legal provisions in force.
- The allocation of shares to employees, as part of their participation in the company’s profits.
- The establishment of employee or group savings plans, in accordance with the articles of the Labor Code.
- The cancellation of repurchased shares, to optimize the company’s capital structure.
- The activity of the stock market, in collaboration with an investment service provider.
Implementation Terms
The framework of this share buyback program will be detailed and documented, in accordance with Article 241-2 of the general regulation of the Financial Markets Authority (AMF). The shares concerned are those admitted to trading on the regulated market of Euronext in Paris, with the ISIN code FR0014005HJ9.
It should be noted that any changes regarding the information stated in this description must be communicated to the public as soon as possible. This communication will be made according to the standards specified by the AMF, notably through the update of information on the company’s website.
Shares Held by OVH Groupe
As of February 28, 2026, OVH Groupe declared it directly holds 2,167,118 own shares, thus representing 1.43% of its share capital. Among these, 1,890 shares are managed under a liquidity contract with Rothschild Martin Maurel. These figures illustrate OVH’s strategy to effectively manage its financial resources and optimize its market valuation.
Commitment to Employees and Growth
Particular attention is given to OVH’s commitment to its employees. The share buyback program is also designed to facilitate the free allocation of shares to employees, a significant means of strengthening their involvement in the company’s development. In addition to this, share purchases will also support external growth in the context of transactions such as mergers and acquisitions, demonstrating OVH‘s desire to boost its expansion in the market.
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