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09/28/2026

Nvidia Approves Record $150B Share Buyback Authorization

What happened: Nvidia’s board has authorized a $150 billion increase to its share repurchase program, bringing the total remaining authorization to $235 billion through fiscal 2028.

Nvidia Approves Record $150B Share Buyback Authorization

What happened: Nvidia’s board has authorized a $150 billion increase to its share repurchase program, bringing the total remaining authorization to $235 billion through fiscal 2028. The announcement marks the largest buyback authorization in U.S. history. In the first half of fiscal 2027, Nvidia repurchased 203 million shares for $39.8 billion, supported by $74.4 billion in operating cash flow. The stock rose up to 1.9% on the news, with a market cap of $5.42 trillion.

Why it matters: The buyback underscores Nvidia’s confidence in its long-term growth prospects amid surging demand for AI and accelerated computing hardware. While buybacks can boost per-share metrics and signal management’s faith in the business, they also invite scrutiny over capital allocation, especially as the company’s valuation soars. The move positions Nvidia as a bellwether for AI-driven market optimism, but future performance will hinge on continued demand for its chips and execution against competitors.

Source: CNBC