HBX Group plans up to €100 million share buy-back and launch of regular dividends

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HBX Group International plc has announced plans to return capital to shareholders through a share buy-back programme of up to €100 million and the introduction of regular dividend payments

HBX Group International plc has announced plans to return capital to shareholders through a share buy-back programme of up to €100 million and the introduction of regular dividend payments. The move underlines the Group’s confidence in its long-term strategy and commitment to an efficient capital structure.

Share buy-back subject to shareholder approval

Subject to shareholder approval at the Annual General Meeting on 12 February 2026, the buy-back programme will be executed by Bank of America across FY26 and FY27. The repurchased shares may be cancelled or used to meet obligations under existing employee share schemes. The programme is capped at €100 million, with a maximum of 17 million shares, representing around 7% of the issued share capital.

Dividend policy from FY 2026

In parallel, HBX Group intends to begin paying regular dividends, starting with an interim dividend in FY 2026. The policy targets a 20% annual pay-out ratio of Group Adjusted Earnings, subject to the availability of distributable profits and reserves.

Management perspective and capital framework

Chief Executive Officer Nicolas Huss said the Group’s strong financial position and cash flow generation provide flexibility to invest in growth while returning capital to shareholders, reflecting confidence in the business and its future prospects.

The capital return measures are aligned with HBX Group’s broader capital allocation framework, which prioritises growth investment, prudent leverage and the return of excess cash to shareholders.