Ericsson Proposes SEK 3.00 Dividend and Authorizes Significant Share Buyback at AGM

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Ericsson's AGM notice confirms a SEK 3.00 dividend and authorizes a significant share buyback, reinforcing capital return to shareholders, alongside a new executive compensation plan.

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• Proposed Dividend Confirmed

  The Board proposes a dividend of SEK 3.00 per share, payable in two installments on April 2, 2026, and September 29, 2026. This finalizes the specific amount of the increased dividend previously announced on January 23, 2026.

• Significant Share Buyback Authorization

  Shareholders will vote on authorizing the Board to purchase up to 10% of the company's own B shares, formalizing the previously announced SEK 15 billion buyback program. This represents a substantial capital return initiative.

• New Executive Compensation Program (LTV 2026)

  A new Long-Term Variable Compensation Program for 2026 is proposed, involving a maximum of 7.4 million B shares, representing approximately 0.22% potential dilution. The program includes updated performance metrics, giving higher weighting to ESG criteria.

• LTV 2025 Performance Metric Amendment

  The terms of the Long-Term Variable Compensation Program 2025 are proposed to be amended to align with the planned implementation of IFRS 18, changing a key profitability performance metric from EBITA to Adjusted Operating Profit.

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This 6-K filing details the agenda for Ericsson's upcoming Annual General Meeting, formalizing key capital allocation decisions previously announced. The proposed SEK 3.00 per share dividend and the authorization for a substantial share buyback program (up to 10% of shares) represent significant capital returns to shareholders. These actions, coming as the stock trades near its 52-week high, signal management's confidence and commitment to shareholder value. Additionally, the company is proposing a new long-term variable compensation program for executives, which will result in minor dilution.