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Wolters Kluwer issues news about its global professional information, software, and services business, represented in the U.S. by the WTKWY sponsored Level 1 ADR. Updates commonly cover healthcare, tax and accounting, financial and corporate compliance, legal and regulatory, and corporate performance and ESG solutions.
Recurring items include trading updates by business area, annual report and AGM materials, Supervisory Board and executive changes, dividend proposals, portfolio actions, and technology investments. Company announcements also track AI-enabled offerings and platforms such as FAB, Expert AI capabilities in CCH Axcess and UpToDate, legal technology products including Legisway and Kleos, and cloud automation tools such as CodaBox, ClearFacts, Kyte, and Flowin.
Wolters Kluwer (Euronext: WKL) repurchased 140,804 shares between May 30 and June 5, 2024, totaling €20.7 million at an average price of €146.81 per share. This is part of a €1 billion buyback program announced on February 21, 2024. To date, 3,196,086 shares have been bought back for €456.9 million at an average price of €142.95. A third party will execute the remaining €647 million in buybacks by December 27, 2024. The repurchased shares will be held as treasury shares and canceled for capital reduction.
Wolters Kluwer (Euronext: WKL) announced the repurchase of 143,963 shares between May 23 and May 29, 2024, for €21.6 million at an average price of €149.83 per share. This buyback is part of a larger €1 billion program initiated on February 21, 2024. To date in 2024, the company has repurchased 3,055,282 shares totaling €436.2 million at an average price of €142.77. From May 2 to December 27, 2024, third parties will execute approximately €647 million in buybacks for Wolters Kluwer.
Wolters Kluwer (Euronext: WKL), a global leader in professional information, software solutions, and services, announced the repurchase of 142,727 ordinary shares between May 16 and May 22, 2024, totaling €20.9 million at an average price of €146.74 per share. This is part of their €1 billion share buyback program for 2024, initiated on February 21, 2024. To date, they have repurchased 2,911,319 shares for €414.6 million at an average price of €142.43. A third party will manage approximately €647 million worth of buybacks until December 27, 2024. The repurchased shares will be held as treasury shares for capital reduction through share cancellation.
Wolters Kluwer has been recognized as one of the most reputable companies in the Netherlands, according to recent research by RepTrak. The company has climbed to the second position on the list, just behind ASML. This achievement highlights Wolters Kluwer's commitment to excellence, innovation, and community engagement. The RepTrak Reputation Ranking evaluates companies based on seven reputation drivers: products and services, innovation, leadership, workplace, conduct, citizenship, and results. CEO Nancy McKinstry credited the global team's efforts for this recognition. The company’s strategy in business performance and corporate responsibility has significantly shaped its positive public and business community reputation.
Wolters Kluwer announced the repurchase of 148,380 ordinary shares from May 9 to May 15, 2024, amounting to €21.7 million at an average price of €146.27 per share.
This is part of a €1 billion share buyback program initiated on February 21, 2024. To date, 2,768,592 shares have been repurchased for a total of €393.7 million, averaging €142.20 per share.
The company has engaged third parties to execute approximately €647 million worth of buybacks by December 27, 2024.
Repurchased shares will be held as treasury shares and used for capital reduction through share cancelation.
Wolters Kluwer, a global leader in professional information, software solutions, and services, repurchased 131,949 of its own ordinary shares from May 2 to May 8, 2024, for €19.0 million at an average share price of €144.20. The company aims to repurchase shares worth €1 billion in 2024. Cumulative shares repurchased in 2024 are 2,620,212, with a total consideration of €372.0 million and an average share price of €141.97. Wolters Kluwer engages third parties for buybacks within legal limits, holding repurchased shares as treasury shares for capital reduction.
Wolters Kluwer's 2024 Annual General Meeting of Shareholders saw approval of all proposed resolutions, including a total dividend of €2.08 per ordinary share.
The composition of the Supervisory Board saw changes, with David Sides appointed and Sophie Vandebroek and Jack de Kreij reappointed. Heleen Kersten succeeds Jeanette Horan as co-Chair of the Selection and Remuneration Committee.
The AGM also approved the 2023 financial statements, with a total dividend of €2.08 per ordinary share. The Remuneration Report, remuneration policy, and proposed amendments were all accepted. Other resolutions, including liability releases and authority extensions, were passed.
Shareholders represented 78.71% of the total issued share capital. Detailed voting results will be available on www.wolterskluwer.com/agm.
Wolters Kluwer, a global leader in professional information, software solutions, and services, has unveiled its dedicated AI center, showcasing its commitment to integrating AI into its products over the past decade. The AI center centralizes the company’s latest AI-driven solutions across various sectors, including health, financial services, legal, ESG, risk, regulatory, and compliance. The launch includes a fireside chat with CEO Nancy McKinstry, emphasizing the impact of AI on professionals' work and the company's leadership in providing cutting-edge tools and information.
Wolters Kluwer, a global leader in professional information and software solutions, released its first-quarter 2024 trading update. Revenues grew by 6% organically, with recurring revenues up 7% and non-recurring revenues up 1%. The adjusted operating profit margin increased, and the adjusted free cash flow also saw growth. The company reiterated its full-year 2024 guidance and completed €353 million of its intended €1 billion share buyback. CEO Nancy McKinstry expressed satisfaction with the performance and highlighted investments in expert solutions and artificial intelligence.
Wolters Kluwer (WKL) repurchased 100,546 of its own shares for €14.1 million at an average price of €140.32 from April 25 to April 29, 2024. The previously announced €205 million share buyback program has been completed, with a total of 2,488,263 shares repurchased to date. The repurchased shares will be held as treasury shares for capital reduction or share-based incentive plans.