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RB Global, Inc. reports developments tied to its omnichannel marketplace for commercial assets and vehicles, including auctions, digital transactions, value-added services and operating results. The company connects buyers and sellers through a global network of auction sites and platforms serving asset classes such as automotive, construction, commercial transportation, government surplus, lifting and material handling, energy, mining and agriculture.
Recurring news for RBA includes Ritchie Bros. auction activity, IAA-related vehicle marketplace updates, gross transaction value and revenue commentary, shareholder meeting results, board and governance matters, dividends and share repurchase actions. Company updates also reference marketplace solutions such as Ritchie Bros., IAA, Rouse Services, SmartEquip and VeriTread.
RB Global (RBA) is doubling the size of its normal course issuer bid to permit repurchases of up to US$1 billion of common shares.
The Toronto Stock Exchange approved an amendment lifting the cap to the lesser of 14,224,129 shares (about 10% of public float as of March 6, 2026) or US$1 billion, up from the prior limit of 10,000,000 shares (about 7% of float) or US$500 million. As of September 11, 2026, RB Global has repurchased 5,363,497 shares at an average price of approximately US$93.22 per share, all of which will be cancelled. The amendments are expected to take effect on September 17, 2026, and the NCIB is scheduled to terminate on March 17, 2027, unless completed or discontinued earlier.
Ritchie Bros. (NYSE: RBA), part of RB Global, announced a redesigned mobile app that adds a fully native bidding and transaction engine, giving buyers the same bidding capabilities on mobile as on desktop. The app targets more than 120 million annual marketplace visits.
The update introduces native bidding and bid focus mode, real-time live auction tracking, smarter search, enhanced listings with detailed inspections and photos, and a consolidated My RB tab for bids and watchlists. Available now on iOS and Android, the app supports more than 10 languages.
RB Global (NYSE/TSX: RBA) reported second quarter 2026 GTV of $4.7 billion, up 11% year over year, with total revenue rising 11% to $1.32 billion. Service revenue grew 5% to $933.4 million and inventory sales revenue rose 28% to $383.7 million.
Net income increased 31% to $143.6 million, while net income available to common stockholders grew 33% to $132.0 million. Diluted EPS available to common stockholders rose 34% to $0.71, and diluted adjusted EPS increased 6% to $1.13. Adjusted EBITDA increased 6% to $387.2 million.
RB Global raised its 2026 GTV growth outlook to 9%–11% (from 6%–9%) and now expects adjusted EBITDA of $1.495–$1.545 billion. The company repurchased about 1.5 million shares for $150.0 million and increased its quarterly dividend from $0.31 to $0.33 per share.
RB Global (NYSE/TSX: RBA) announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of US$0.33 per common share on July 21, 2026. The dividend will be payable on September 17, 2026 to shareholders of record as of August 25, 2026. The company said this dividend is considered an eligible dividend for Canadian income tax purposes.
Ritchie Bros. (NYSE: RBA), part of RB Global, reported record combined results from its 2026 Australia National End of Financial Year auctions, run jointly with Smith Broughton across its national yard network. The events generated over AU$100 million in gross transaction value.
Across 10 auctions, the group sold 5,516 lots including earthmoving equipment, trucks, trailers, agricultural machinery and mining assets. Nearly 11,000 registered bidders from more than 20 countries competed, leading to over 2,300 buyers. According to the company, integrating Ritchie Bros. and Smith Broughton broadened the marketplace and increased global participation, with momentum supported by more than 600 assets from the Garraway Group.
RB Global (NYSE:RBA) will release its second-quarter 2026 financial results after the market closes on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, and host a conference call at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time the same day.
A live audio webcast and archived replay will be available on the RB Global investor relations website.
RB Global (NYSE:RBA) announced that IAA has launched a new Market Alliance in El Salvador with Matus International.
Matus International will operate an auction center in San Salvador, expanding access to IAA’s global digital vehicle marketplace and providing localized customer support across Central America.
RB Global (NYSE:RBA) reported that Ritchie Bros. generated over CA$175 million in gross transaction value (GTV) at its May 11–15, 2026 premier Canadian auction in Edmonton.
The five-day online and onsite event sold 10,300+ items, drew 18,600+ bidders, 1,400+ consignors and 4,400+ buyers across construction, transportation and energy.
RB Global (NYSE:RBA) completed its acquisition of BigIron Auction Company, advancing strategic expansion in the U.S. agriculture market. The deal adds BigIron’s transparent, unreserved auction model, agricultural real estate capabilities and rural relationships, while customers gain access to RB Global’s onsite, offsite and digital marketplace solutions.
RB Global (NYSE:RB) reported Q1 2026 results: GTV $4.34B (+13%), revenue $1.23B (+11%), net income $135.6M (+20%) and adjusted EBITDA $362.7M (+11%). Inventory sales rose to $336.9M (+32%).
The company updated 2026 outlook: GTV +6%–9% and adjusted EBITDA $1,485–1,545M. Quarterly dividend of $0.31 declared; BigIron acquisition expected to close in Q2 2026.