Equinor ASA has authorized a share repurchase programme valued at NOK 1.97 billion to acquire up to 19.6 million shares over a 12-month period commencing February 13, 2026 and concluding January 15, 2027. The repurchased shares will be allocated to satisfy the company's obligations under existing share-based compensation arrangements for employees and senior management.
The buyback programme will be executed on the Oslo Stock Exchange according to a predetermined schedule with specified purchase dates and volumes, ensuring compliance with applicable securities regulations and market standards. This approach allows Equinor to meet employee incentive commitments while maintaining structured capital allocation practices.
Share repurchase programmes tied to employee incentive schemes are commonly utilized by major corporations to fund equity compensation without issuing new shares, thereby preserving existing shareholder interests. The timeframe and volume constraints provide transparency regarding the company's planned capital deployment during the designated execution period.