BOSS Zhipin Continues Share Repurchases: Near RMB260M in 2026 Under Buyback Program
Rhea-AI Summary
BOSS Zhipin (Nasdaq: BZ) announced continued execution of its share repurchase program, using over RMB40 million to buy back 650,180 ordinary shares on February 9–10, 2026. In 2026 the company has deployed nearly RMB260 million to repurchases.
The buyback program remains authorized to repurchase up to USD250 million of shares and is active until the end of August 2026, underscoring the company's stated focus on shareholder returns.
Positive
- Nearly RMB260 million deployed to buybacks in 2026
- Repurchased 650,180 shares using > RMB40 million on Feb 9–10, 2026
- Existing authorization allows up to USD250 million in repurchases through Aug 2026
Negative
- Repurchases have used nearly RMB260 million of company cash in 2026
- Ongoing buybacks could limit cash available for other investments or operations
News Market Reaction – BZ
On the day this news was published, BZ declined 1.93%, reflecting a mild negative market reaction. Our momentum scanner triggered 2 alerts that day, indicating moderate trading interest and price volatility. This price movement removed approximately $169M from the company's valuation, bringing the market cap to $8.61B at that time.
Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.
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Peers on Argus
BZ gained 3.03% while close peers were mixed: SNAP -2.52%, BILI +0.54%, NBIS -1.21%, Z +0.72%, ZG +0.61%, indicating a stock‑specific reaction.
Previous Buybacks Reports
| Date | Event | Sentiment | Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 02 | Buyback execution | Positive | +1.5% | Disclosed over RMB20M used to repurchase 321,276 ordinary shares. |
| Jan 29 | Buyback execution | Positive | +0.4% | Announced over RMB20M deployed to buy back 315,908 ordinary shares. |
| Aug 20 | Program upsizing | Positive | +4.8% | Increased buyback size from US$150M to US$250M and extended duration. |
| Aug 29 | Program expansion | Positive | +12.5% | Expanded total repurchase authorization to US$350M across two programs. |
| Aug 29 | New buyback program | Positive | +12.5% | Adopted a new 12‑month US$150M share repurchase program alongside existing plan. |
Buyback announcements have generally coincided with positive single‑day price reactions for BZ.
Over recent periods, BOSS Zhipin has repeatedly highlighted share repurchase activity and program expansions. On Aug 29, 2024, it adopted a new repurchase program and simultaneously upsized total authorization. On Aug 20, 2025, it increased the program from US$150M to US$250M and extended it to Aug 28, 2026. Updates on Jan 29 and Feb 2, 2026 detailed additional RMB buybacks. The current announcement continues this established capital return trajectory.
Historical Comparison
In the past, BZ’s buyback announcements produced an average one‑day move of 6.34%. Today’s continued 2026 repurchases fit this pattern of supportive capital return news.
Buyback communications progressed from launching and upsizing programs in 2024–2025 to recurring execution updates in early 2026, reflecting ongoing deployment of authorized capital.
Market Pulse Summary
This announcement details continued execution of BZ’s share repurchase plan, with over RMB40M spent on 650,180 shares and nearly RMB260M deployed in 2026 under an authorization of up to US$250M through August 2026. Historically, similar buyback communications have coincided with positive single‑day moves. Investors may watch for future updates on remaining authorization usage and how buybacks interact with earnings performance.
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BEIJING, Feb. 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- KANZHUN LIMITED (“BOSS Zhipin”or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: BZ; HK: 2076) today announced the continued execution of its share repurchase program, utilizing over RMB40 million to repurchase 650,180 ordinary shares on February 9 and 10, 2026. In 2026, the Company has deployed nearly RMB260 million toward share repurchases. This move underscores the Company's ongoing commitment to shareholder returns. BOSS Zhipin maintains authorization under its existing program to repurchase up to USD250 million worth of its shares, with the program remaining active until the end of August 2026.
CONTACT: PIACENTE FINANCIAL COMMUNICATIONS kanzhun@tpg-ir.com
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