ASML Shareholders Approve Significant Capital Return Plan, Including 10% Buyback & Cancellation Authority

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ASML's Annual General Meeting approved a final dividend payment, authorized the Board to repurchase up to 10% of shares, and approved the cancellation of up to 10% of issued share capital, signaling a strong commitment to shareholder returns.

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• Final Dividend Approved

  Shareholders approved a final dividend payment of €2.70 per ordinary share, bringing the total dividend for the 2025 financial year to €7.50 per ordinary share.

• Significant Share Repurchase Authorization

  The Board of Management was authorized to repurchase up to 10% of ASML's issued share capital until October 22, 2027, subject to Supervisory Board approval.

• Share Cancellation Approved

  Shareholders approved the cancellation of ordinary shares amounting to up to 10% of ASML's issued share capital as of April 22, 2026.

• Share Issuance Authorization

  The Board of Management was authorized to issue ordinary shares or grant rights to subscribe for ordinary shares up to 5% for general purposes and an additional 5% for mergers, acquisitions, and strategic alliances, until October 22, 2027.

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The approval of a substantial final dividend, alongside authorizations for the Board to repurchase and cancel up to 10% of the company's issued share capital, demonstrates ASML's robust financial health and a strong commitment to enhancing shareholder value. These capital return initiatives are significant for a company of ASML's size and are likely to be viewed positively by investors. While the Board also received authorization to issue up to 10% of shares for general and strategic purposes, this is a standard corporate flexibility measure and is balanced by the aggressive capital return plans. Investors should monitor the execution of the share repurchase and cancellation programs.