A buyback occurs when a company repurchases its own shares from the open market, reducing the total number outstanding. This tactic often boosts earnings per share and signals financial health. Shareholders benefit from increased stock value, while management uses buybacks to return capital efficiently or fend off hostile takeovers.
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