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Fresenius Medical Care AG is continuing its share buyback program in an accelerated manner Bad Homburg

Key Takeaway: Fresenius Medical Care AG has announced the continuation of its share buyback program, initially launched in June 2025, by initiating a second tranche. The company plans to repurchase shares worth approximately EUR 415 million from January 12, 2026, to May 8, 2026, with the aim of completing the program earlier than anticipated. This strategic move follows the earlier-than-expected completion of the first tranche in December 2025, reflecting the company's strong commitment to enhancing shareholder value.
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POSITIVE FACTORS

  • Continuation and acceleration of the share buyback program demonstrate confidence in the company's financial health.
  • First tranche completed ahead of schedule indicates effective management and execution of the buyback.
  • The total volume of the program is significant, amounting to EUR 1 billion, enhancing shareholder value.

Full Press Release Details

Fresenius Medical Care AG is continuing its
share buyback program in an accelerated manner
Bad Homburg, January 9, 2026 - Fresenius
Medical Care AG ("Company") has decided to continue the share buyback program announced in an ad-hoc release on June 17, 2025,
by repurchasing a second tranche. The share buyback program has a total volume of EUR 1 billion (excluding ancillary costs).
The first tranche of the Company's share buyback
program was completed ahead of schedule on December 29, 2025.
With the second tranche it is intended to repurchase
own shares for a total amount of around EUR 415 million from January 12, 2026, to May 8, 2026 (inclusive). The share buyback program is
therefore expected to be completed significantly earlier. The shares shall be acquired on the stock exchange and are to be predominantly
redeemed and, to a significantly lesser extent, may be used for allocations under incentive-based compensation plans.
The share buyback program is based on the authorization
to purchase and use treasury shares granted by the Company's Annual General Meeting on May 20, 2021.
Dr. Dominik K. Heger
Head of Investor Relations, Market & Competition, Sustainability

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of Fresenius Medical Care's share buyback program?

The program aims to repurchase shares to enhance shareholder value.

How much capital is allocated for the share buyback program?

The total volume for the share buyback program is EUR 1 billion.

When will the second tranche of the buyback program occur?

The second tranche will take place from January 12, 2026, to May 8, 2026.

How were the shares intended to be used after the buyback?

The shares will primarily be redeemed or used for incentive compensation plans.

When was the first tranche of the buyback program completed?

The first tranche was completed ahead of schedule on December 29, 2025.

Last updated: Jan 9, 2026