Share buybacks hit decade high at $1.91b in 2025

Singapore Business Review
2025.11.04 02:15
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Share buybacks by Singapore-listed companies reached a decade high of $1.91 billion in the first ten months of 2025, a nearly 90% increase from 2024. Major contributors included UOB ($658.5m), OCBC ($445.0m), and DBS ($371.3m). The surge was driven by market volatility, with large-cap stocks accounting for 92% of the total buybacks. Notable off-market repurchases included Hongkong Land's $222.9m buyback. Overall, 78 primary-listed companies participated in the buyback activity, reflecting a strong trend in corporate finance.