Changes in Nokia Corporation's own shares

Rhea-AI Summary

Nokia (NYSE:NOK) transferred a total of 3,635,260 Nokia shares held as treasury shares on 27 August 2026 to participants in its equity-based incentive plans, without consideration, in line with plan rules and a prior Board resolution. After the transfer, Nokia holds 83,991,222 own shares.

Market Context

Nokia’s historical record included a 1.99% response to manager share acquisitions and a -2.55% respo...

Analysis

Nokia’s historical record included a 1.99% response to manager share acquisitions and a -2.55% response to a positive ranking announcement, showing mixed read-through. Low short positioning adds context; future disclosures can clarify the balance between incentives and share count.

Key Figures

Shares transferred: 3,635,260 shares Own shares after transfer: 83,991,222 shares

2 metrics

Shares transferred 3,635,260 shares Transferred without consideration to equity-based incentive-plan participants

Own shares after transfer 83,991,222 shares Nokia Corporation holdings following the transfer

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Aug 19 (Positive)

Pattern 5 events

Date	Event	Sentiment	24h Move	Catalyst
Aug 19	Market ranking	Positive	-2.5%	Omdia ranked Nokia first for mobile core portfolio competitiveness for the second consecutive year.
Aug 14	Insider purchase	Positive	+2.0%	Senior manager Louise Fisk acquired Nokia shares in a reported transaction.
Aug 14	Insider purchase	Positive	+2.0%	Senior manager Victoria Hanrahan acquired Nokia shares in a reported transaction.
Aug 14	Insider purchase	Positive	+2.0%	Senior manager Stephan Prosi acquired Nokia shares in a reported transaction.
Aug 14	Insider purchase	Positive	+2.0%	Senior manager David Heard acquired Nokia shares in a reported transaction.

24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.

Pattern Detected

Historical reactions were mixed: four manager-acquisition disclosures aligned with positive performance, while a positive ranking announcement diverged.

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Nokia Corporation
Stock Exchange Release
27 August 2026 at 19:00 EEST

Changes in Nokia Corporation's own shares

Espoo, Finland – A total of 3 635 260 Nokia shares (NOKIA) held by the company were transferred today without consideration to participants of Nokia's equity-based incentive plans in accordance with the rules of the plans. The transfer is based on the resolution of the Board of Directors to issue shares held by the company to settle its commitments to participants of the incentive plans as announced on 2 October 2025.

The number of own shares held by Nokia Corporation following the transfer is 83 991 222.

About Nokia 
Nokia is a global leader in connectivity infrastructure, enabling the AI supercycle. We build networks that connect intelligence and deliver a comprehensive connectivity solution across fixed, mobile, IP, optical, core, and data center networks. With security by design, AI-driven innovation, and AI-optimized architecture, Nokia delivers trusted infrastructure that enables AI to scale and advances connectivity to secure a brighter world.

Inquiries: 

Nokia  
Communications 
Phone: +358 10 448 4900 
Email: press.services@nokia.com 
Maria Vaismaa, Vice President, Corporate Communications 

Nokia 
Investor Relations 
Phone: +358 931 580 507 
Email: investor.relations@nokia.com  

FAQ

What change did Nokia (NOK) announce in its own shares on August 27, 2026?

Nokia announced the transfer of 3,635,260 treasury shares to participants in its equity-based incentive plans. According to Nokia, the shares were delivered without consideration to settle commitments under previously approved incentive plan rules and a Board resolution from October 2, 2025.

How many Nokia (NOK) treasury shares remain after the August 27, 2026 transfer?

After the transfer, Nokia holds 83,991,222 of its own shares. According to Nokia, this figure reflects the remaining treasury share balance following the issue of 3,635,260 shares to equity incentive plan participants on August 27, 2026.

Why did Nokia (NOK) transfer 3,635,260 of its own shares to plan participants?

Nokia transferred the shares to fulfill commitments under its equity-based incentive plans. According to Nokia, the Board of Directors had previously resolved to use treasury shares to settle these plans, aligning employee and shareholder interests without cash consideration to participants.

Were Nokia (NOK) shares transferred for a price in the August 27, 2026 transaction?

No, the 3,635,260 Nokia shares were transferred without consideration to incentive plan participants. According to Nokia, the transfer was a non-cash settlement method, using shares already held by the company to meet obligations under its equity-based incentive arrangements.

Does the August 27, 2026 Nokia (NOK) share transfer change the number of outstanding shares?

The transfer decreases Nokia’s treasury share holdings and increases freely held shares by the same amount. According to Nokia, 3,635,260 treasury shares moved to plan participants, leaving 83,991,222 own shares still held by the company after the transaction.