BOSS Zhipin (Nasdaq: BZ) continued its share repurchase program, using about RMB55.0 million to buy 1,180,162 ordinary shares on April 2 and April 6, 2026. Year-to-date in 2026, the company has deployed nearly RMB700 million toward repurchases.
The company reaffirmed a distribution policy: for each of the next three years beginning 2026, it will allocate no less than 50% of the prior fiscal year’s adjusted net income (non-GAAP) to dividends and share repurchases, while the Board retains discretion to adjust plans based on financial performance and market conditions.
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Share repurchases of ~RMB700 million year-to-date 2026
Recent repurchase of RMB55.0 million for 1,180,162 shares
Committed minimum 50% of adjusted net income to dividends and buybacks (2026–2028)
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Distribution target tied to adjusted net income (non-GAAP)
Board retains discretion to adjust repurchase and dividend plans
News Market Reaction – BZ
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-2.52%Session close to close
In the Apr 7 session, BZ declined 2.52%, reflecting a moderate negative market reaction.
This announcement extends BOSS Zhipin’s 2026 buyback campaign, lifting year-to-date repurchases to n...
Analysis
This announcement extends BOSS Zhipin’s 2026 buyback campaign, lifting year-to-date repurchases to nearly RMB700 million and reiterating a three-year policy to return at least 50% of adjusted net income via dividends and repurchases. Recent filings show routine insider equity vesting and small tax-related sales. With shares trading below the $19.86 200-day MA and close to the 52-week low, investors may watch how consistently management executes against the US$400 million authorization and capital-return framework.
Reported about RMB380M buybacks and commitment of 50% adjusted net income.
24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.
Pattern Detected
Recent 2026 buyback announcements have produced mixed price reactions, with several small gains but also notable declines, suggesting that positive capital-return headlines have not consistently driven upside.
Recent Company History
Over late March 2026, BOSS Zhipin issued a series of buyback updates, lifting cumulative repurchases from about RMB380 million on Mar 23 to over RMB576 million by Mar 31. Multiple releases highlighted roughly RMB23.6–34.5 million spent per tranche and emphasized shareholder returns. On Mar 18, the Board raised authorization to US$400 million and committed at least 50% of adjusted net income to dividends and repurchases for three years. Today’s news extends that 2026 repurchase trajectory toward nearly RMB700 million deployed year-to-date.
Key Terms
share repurchase program, adjusted net income, non-GAAP financial measure
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share repurchase programfinancial
"announced the continued execution of its share repurchase program, utilizing around RMB55.0"
A share repurchase program is when a company buys back its own shares from the marketplace. This reduces the total number of shares available, which can increase the value of each remaining share and signal confidence in the company's prospects. For investors, it often suggests that the company believes its stock is undervalued or that it has extra cash to return to shareholders.
adjusted net incomefinancial
"allocate no less than 50% of the Company’s adjusted net income (a non-GAAP financial"
Adjusted net income is a company's reported profit after removing unusual, one-time, or non-operational items so the number reflects the business’s regular earning power. Investors use it like a cleaned-up scorecard — similar to judging a player’s season performance without a few fluke games — to compare companies or assess trends without being misled by rare gains or losses that won’t affect future cash flow.
non-GAAP financial measurefinancial
"adjusted net income (a non-GAAP financial measure) from the preceding fiscal year"
A non-GAAP financial measure is a way companies present their financial results that excludes certain expenses or income to show how they believe their core business is performing. It matters because it can give a clearer picture of how the company is really doing, but it can also be used to make results look better than they actually are.
BEIJING, April 07, 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 around RMB55.0 million to repurchase 1,180,162 ordinary shares on April 2 and April 6. Year-to-date in 2026, the Company has deployed nearly RMB700 million toward share repurchases. This move underscores the Company's ongoing commitment to shareholder returns.
The Company also announced on March 18, 2026 that for each of the next three years starting from 2026, it will allocate no less than 50% of the Company’s adjusted net income (a non-GAAP financial measure) from the preceding fiscal year for distribution of dividends and share repurchases. The Board may adjust its share repurchase and dividend plan at its discretion based on financial performance, capital requirements, market conditions, and other relevant factors, and will provide timely updates to the Company’s shareholders as appropriate in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
These initiatives underscore management’s confidence in the Company’s long-term growth and reflect its strong commitment to sharing its growth with shareholders and delivering sustainable value.
How much has BOSS Zhipin (BZ) repurchased in 2026 so far?
Year-to-date in 2026 BOSS Zhipin has repurchased nearly RMB700 million. According to the company, this total includes recent purchases on April 2 and April 6.
What were the details of the April 2026 share repurchases by BZ?
BOSS Zhipin repurchased 1,180,162 ordinary shares using ~RMB55.0 million on April 2 and April 6, 2026. According to the company, these purchases are part of its ongoing buyback program.
What is BOSS Zhipin's dividend and buyback commitment for 2026–2028?
The company committed to allocate at least 50% of adjusted net income from the prior fiscal year to dividends and buybacks for each of the next three years starting 2026. According to the company, this is a multi-year distribution policy.
Will BZ's Board be obligated to follow the 50% distribution policy exactly?
No; the Board may adjust the share repurchase and dividend plan based on performance, capital needs, and market conditions. According to the company, adjustments will be made at the Board’s discretion.
What does tying distributions to adjusted net income mean for BZ shareholders?
Distributions are linked to a non-GAAP adjusted net income measure rather than GAAP net income, which may affect comparability. According to the company, the allocation equals at least 50% of that adjusted figure annually.
