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With 777M users, Spotify (NYSE: SPOT) moves to step up share buybacks

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Spotify Technology S.A. (SPOT) announced that its Board of Directors has approved an increase in its share repurchase program by an additional $1.5 billion. With $723 million remaining under the existing authorization, the total capacity under the share repurchase program is now approximately $2.223 billion.

The program will continue for as long as shareholder authorization to the Board to repurchase ordinary shares remains in force, including any renewals. The timing and number of shares repurchased will depend on factors such as shareholder renewals, share price, business and market conditions, and alternative investment opportunities, and the program may be suspended or discontinued at any time.

Spotify also reiterates its scale, with 777 million users, including 300 million subscribers, accessing over 100 million tracks, 7 million podcast titles, and 700,000 audiobooks across 184 markets.

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Increase in share repurchase authorization $1.5 billion Additional amount approved by the Board of Directors
Remaining prior authorization $723 million Amount remaining under the existing repurchase program before the increase
Total share repurchase authorization $2.223 billion Aggregate capacity under Spotify’s share repurchase program after the increase
Total users 777 million Users on Spotify’s platform across 184 markets
Subscribers 300 million Paying subscribers included within total users
Tracks available Over 100 million Tracks available to listeners on Spotify
Podcast titles 7 million Podcast titles available on Spotify
Audiobooks 700,000 Audiobooks available in select markets
share repurchase program financial
"its share repurchase program by an additional $1.5 billion"
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.
capital allocation strategy financial
"The repurchase program will be executed consistent with the Company’s capital allocation strategy"
A capital allocation strategy is a plan for deciding how a company distributes its financial resources among various needs, such as investing in growth, paying dividends, or reducing debt. For investors, it signals how effectively a company manages its money to create value and sustain long-term success, much like a person deciding how to divide their budget for savings, expenses, and investments.
forward-looking statements regulatory
"Certain of the above statements represent “forward-looking statements” as defined"
Forward-looking statements are predictions or plans that companies share about what they expect to happen in the future, like estimating sales or profits. They matter because they help investors understand a company's outlook, but since they are based on guesses and assumptions, they can sometimes be wrong.
ordinary shares financial
"authorization to the Board of Directors to repurchase ordinary shares remains in force"
Ordinary shares are a type of ownership stake in a company, giving shareholders a right to participate in the company’s profits and decision-making through voting. They are similar to owning a piece of a business, and their value can rise or fall based on the company's performance. Investors buy ordinary shares to potentially earn dividends and benefit from the company's growth over time.
shareholders’ authorization regulatory
"for as long as the shareholders’ authorization to the Board of Directors to repurchase"

FAQ

What did Spotify Technology S.A. (SPOT) announce regarding its share repurchase program?
Spotify’s Board approved an increase in its share repurchase program by an additional $1.5 billion. Combined with $723 million remaining under the prior authorization, the total buyback capacity is now approximately $2.223 billion, subject to ongoing shareholder authorization and other conditions.

What is the total size of Spotify’s (SPOT) current share repurchase authorization?
The total authorization under Spotify’s share repurchase program is approximately $2.223 billion, consisting of an additional $1.5 billion approved by the Board of Directors and $723 million that remained under the prior authorization.

How long will Spotify’s (SPOT) share repurchase program run?
The share repurchase program will run for as long as shareholders’ authorization to the Board of Directors to repurchase ordinary shares remains in force, including any renewal. It can be suspended or discontinued at any time at the Company’s discretion.

What factors will affect the timing and amount of Spotify (SPOT) share repurchases?
The timing and number of shares repurchased will depend on shareholder renewal of repurchase authorization, the share price, general business and market conditions, and alternative investment opportunities, and will be carried out in line with Spotify’s capital allocation strategy.

How large is Spotify’s (SPOT) user base according to this report?
Spotify reports 777 million users, including 300 million subscribers, across 184 markets. Users can access over 100 million tracks, 7 million podcast titles, and 700,000 audiobooks in select markets on its platform.

Does Spotify (SPOT) have to repurchase a specific number of shares under this program?
No. The share repurchase program does not obligate Spotify to acquire any particular amount of ordinary shares. Repurchases may be made from time to time using various methods and the program may be suspended or discontinued at the Company’s discretion.

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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 6-K

REPORT OF FOREIGN PRIVATE ISSUER
PURSUANT TO RULE 13a-16 OR 15d-16
UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
 
For the month of August, 2026
 
Commission File Number: 001-38438

Spotify Technology S.A.
(Translation of registrant’s name into English)

33 Boulevard Prince Henri
L-1724 Luxembourg
Grand Duchy of Luxembourg
(Address of principal executive office)


Indicate by check mark whether the registrant files or will file annual reports under cover of Form 20-F or Form 40-F.
 
Form 20-F ☒ Form 40-F ☐

INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS REPORT ON FORM 6-K

On August 20, 2026, Spotify Technology S.A. issued a press release announcing that its Board of Directors has approved an increase in its share repurchase program by an additional $1.5 billion. A copy of the press release is furnished herewith as Exhibit 99.1 to this Report on Form 6-K.

 EXHIBIT INDEX
 
Exhibit No.
Description
   
99.1
Press Release dated August 20, 2026

SIGNATURES
 
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.
Spotify Technology S.A.



Date: August 20, 2026
By:
/s/ Christian Luiga

Name:
Christian Luiga

Title:
Chief Financial Officer


Exhibit 99.1
 
Spotify Upsizes Share Repurchase Program by $1.5 Billion
 
08/20/2026
 
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Spotify Technology S.A. (NYSE: SPOT) (the “Company”) today announced that its Board of Directors has approved an increase in its share repurchase program by an additional $1.5 billion. With $723 million remaining under the current repurchase program, the increase brings the total authorization under the share repurchase program to approximately $2.223 billion.

The repurchase program will run for as long as the shareholders’ authorization to the Board of Directors to repurchase ordinary shares remains in force (including by renewal). The timing and actual number of shares repurchased will depend on a variety of factors, including the renewal of repurchase authorization by shareholders, price, general business and market conditions, and alternative investment opportunities. The repurchase program will be executed consistent with the Company’s capital allocation strategy.

Under the repurchase program, repurchases can be made from time to time using a variety of methods, including open market purchases, all in compliance with the rules of the United States Securities and Exchange Commission and other applicable legal requirements.

The repurchase program does not obligate the Company to acquire any particular amount of ordinary shares, and the repurchase program may be suspended or discontinued at any time at the Company’s discretion.

Forward-Looking Statements

Certain of the above statements represent “forward-looking statements” as defined in Section 27A of the United States Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the United States Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. The words “will,” “may,” and similar words are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Examples of forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, those relating to the duration of the share repurchase program. Such forward-looking statements involve significant risks, uncertainties, and assumptions that could cause actual results to differ materially from our present expectations or projections, including general business and market conditions and the price of our ordinary shares; our ability to attract prospective users, retain existing users, and monetize our products and services; competition for users, their time, and advertisers; risks associated with our international operations and our ability to manage our growth and the scope and complexity of our business; risks relating to our use of artificial intelligence; and other risks as set forth in our filings with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission. We undertake no obligation to update forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances occurring after the date hereof.

About Spotify Technology S.A.

Spotify’s platform revolutionized music listening forever when we launched in 2008. Today, more listeners than ever can discover, manage and enjoy over 100 million tracks, 7 million podcast titles, and 700,000 audiobooks in select markets on Spotify. We are the world’s most popular audio streaming subscription service with 777 million users, including 300 million subscribers across 184 markets.

Investor Relations:
Bryan Goldberg
ir@spotify.com
 
investors@spotify.com
 
Public Relations:
Dustee Jenkins
press@spotify.com


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