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ASML (ASML) reported daily transactions under its current share buyback program for 16–20 March 2026. Over these five trading days ASML repurchased 105,639 shares for a total of €124,999,000, averaging roughly €1,184 per share.
The buyback program was announced on 28 January 2026 and these disclosures are made under the Market Abuse Regulation (Nr. 596/2014).
Announced 105,800 shares repurchased for €126,811,025 under ongoing buyback.
24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.
Key Terms
share buyback program, weighted average price, market abuse regulation
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share buyback programfinancial
"ASML reports transactions under its current share buyback program."
A share buyback program is when a company uses its cash to repurchase its own outstanding shares from the market, reducing the number of shares available to investors. That matters because it can raise the value of remaining shares and signal management's confidence in the business—similar to a bakery buying back unsold loafs to make each remaining loaf represent a larger share of its oven’s output—though buybacks can also affect cash available for other uses.
weighted average pricefinancial
"Total repurchased shares | Weighted average price | Total repurchased value"
Weighted average price is the average price of a security where each trade or component is counted according to its size, so bigger trades pull the average more than smaller ones. Think of it like calculating the average cost of a grocery haul where items you bought more of have greater influence on the final per-item cost. Investors use it to understand the true average price paid or received, judge execution quality, and compare trading performance against market movement.
market abuse regulationregulatory
"to be made public under the Market Abuse Regulation (Nr. 596/2014)."
Market abuse regulation consists of laws and rules designed to prevent dishonest or manipulative practices in financial markets. It aims to ensure fair and transparent trading, so investors can trust that markets operate honestly, much like rules that keep a game fair. By reducing unfair advantages, it helps protect investor confidence and promotes healthy, efficient markets.
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FAQ
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How many shares did ASML (ASML) repurchase between 16 and 20 March 2026?
ASML repurchased 105,639 shares during 16–20 March 2026. According to ASML, daily volumes ranged from 20,808 to 21,525 shares, and the program disclosure covers transactions made under the announced buyback.
What was the total value of ASML's buybacks on 16–20 March 2026?
The total repurchased value was €124,999,000 for 16–20 March 2026. According to ASML, each day's transactions were reported under the current buyback program and sum to the disclosed five-day total.
What was the weighted average price of shares repurchased by ASML during 16–20 March 2026?
The daily weighted average prices ranged around €1,161.45 to €1,201.49 across the five days. According to ASML, the combined activity implies an overall average near €1,184 per share for that period.
When was ASML's current share buyback program announced and where can I find details?
ASML announced the current buyback program on 28 January 2026. According to ASML, full program details are available on the company's investor website and the announcement includes regulatory disclosure information.
Does ASML disclose buyback transactions for regulatory compliance?
Yes. ASML publishes these transaction updates to comply with the Market Abuse Regulation (Nr. 596/2014). According to ASML, the regular updates list dates, share counts, weighted average prices, and total values.
How should investors interpret ASML's reported daily buyback activity for March 2026?
This is a routine disclosure of ongoing repurchases under the announced program, not a change in policy. According to ASML, these entries are regular updates showing executed volumes and prices under the current buyback.