A.P. Møller - Mærsk A/S Announces Share Buy-Back Program Progress

A.P. Møller - Mærsk A/S has announced the progress of its share buy-back program, a financial maneuver aimed at reducing the number of outstanding shares and potentially increasing the value of the remaining shares. The company initiated the second phase of the program on August 13, 2026, with a budget of DKK 3.15 billion (approximately USD 500 million), to be executed over a period until January 29, 2027.

According to the latest update, the company has made several transactions within the specified timeframe, from September 7 to September 11, 2026. These transactions involved the acquisition of shares from the market, with the Foundation, A.P. Møller og Hustru Chastine McKinney Møllers Familiefond, participating on a pro rata basis. As a result of these transactions, A.P. Møller - Mærsk A/S now holds 44,198 A shares and 236,831 B shares as treasury shares, representing 1.91% of the company's share capital.

The share buy-back program is part of the company's broader strategy to optimize its capital structure and enhance shareholder value. The transactions are executed under the regulatory framework of EU Commission Regulation No. 596/2014 and the Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2016/1052, ensuring compliance with European market regulations.

The company's commitment to this program reflects its ongoing efforts to manage its capital effectively and provide value to its shareholders. The transactions completed so far are in line with the company's stated objectives, and the program is expected to continue as planned, with further updates to be provided as the initiative progresses.

For more detailed information on the specific transactions, interested parties can refer to the appendices provided with the announcement.