Woodward Board Approves $1.8 Billion Three-Year Buyback
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Fort Collins, Colorado — Woodward Inc. announced on Thursday that its board approved a new $1.8 billion, three‑year share repurchase authorization to return capital to shareholders. The company completed a prior $600 million buyback in November 2025, more than a year ahead of schedule. Woodward said the move reflects confidence in long‑term growth, robust cash generation and technology leadership. It noted roughly $2.0 billion returned to shareholders over the past decade, representing about 78% of net earnings. Shares rose following the announcement. Repurchases may occur periodically subject to market conditions and company discretion. Based on 5 articles reviewed and supporting research.
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- 1. Over the past ten years Woodward returned approximately $2.0 billion to shareholders via dividends and repurchases.
- 2. The company completed its prior $600 million share repurchase authorization in November 2025, reportedly more than a year ahead of plan.
- 3. On 20 November 2025 Woodward’s board approved a new $1.8 billion, three-year share repurchase authorization.
- 4. The company stated repurchases may occur from time to time, subject to market conditions and company discretion.
- 5. Investing.com reported Woodward shares rose about 3.4% following the announcement.
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