FLSmidth Initiates DKK 1.4 Billion Share Buyback, Acquires 2.63 Million Shares
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: 1h ago
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Source: Globenewswire
- Buyback Program Launch: On June 25, 2025, FLSmidth initiated a share buyback program of up to DKK 1.4 billion, aiming to repurchase no more than 4.6 million shares, which represents approximately 8% of the company's share capital.
- Transaction Execution: As of January 13, 2026, FLSmidth has repurchased 2.63 million shares, with a total transaction value of DKK 1.125 billion, demonstrating the company's commitment to shareholder returns.
- Capital Structure Change: Following the buyback, FLSmidth holds 3,198,290 treasury shares, accounting for 5.55% of the total share capital, which is expected to enhance earnings per share and boost market confidence.
- Sustainability Commitment: FLSmidth aims for zero emissions by 2030, and the buyback program aligns with its sustainability goals, enhancing the company's competitive position in the global mining industry.
Analyst Views on FLS
Wall Street analysts forecast FLS stock price to rise over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for FLS is 76.88 USD with a low forecast of 60.00 USD and a high forecast of 84.00 USD. However, analyst price targets are subjective and often lag stock prices, so investors should focus on the objective reasons behind analyst rating changes, which better reflect the company's fundamentals.
10 Analyst Rating
7 Buy
3 Hold
0 Sell
Moderate Buy
Current: 73.840
Low
60.00
Averages
76.88
High
84.00
Current: 73.840
Low
60.00
Averages
76.88
High
84.00
About FLS
Flowserve Corporation is a provider of fluid motion and control products and services. The Company produces engineered and industrial pumps, seals and valves as well as a range of related flow management services. Its Flowserve Pumps Division segment designs, manufactures, pretests, distributes and services highly custom-engineered pumps, pre-configured industrial pumps, pump systems, mechanical seals and auxiliary systems (original equipment) and related services. Its products and services are used by companies that operate in the energy, power generation, chemical, and general industries. Its Flowserve Pumps Division segment designs, manufactures, and distributes a portfolio of engineered-to-order and configured-to-order isolation valves, control valves, valve automation products and related equipment. Its products are used to control, direct and manage the flow of liquids, gases and multiphase fluids. It also provides aftermarket products and services for industrial gas turbines.
About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
