S&P 500 EPS Growth vs. Buyback Growth

S&P 500 EPS Growth vs. Buyback Growth While EPS growth may be one factor influencing a company’s decision to repurchase its own shares, it is just one of many potential drivers of buyback activity. Image: Goldman Sachs Global Investment Research

Buybacks – Share of S&P 1500 Companies Paying a Dividend or Repurchasing Stock

Buybacks – Share of S&P 1500 Companies Paying a Dividend or Repurchasing Stock Over the years, the share of S&P 1500 companies engaging in share repurchases has surged. In 1995, only 3% participated, while in 2023, it reached 70%, greatly enhancing shareholder returns. Image: Goldman Sachs Global Investment Research

S&P 500 Gross Buybacks to Earnings Ratio

S&P 500 Gross Buybacks to Earnings Ratio It is possible that share buybacks will increase substantially in 2024, if the ratio of S&P 500 gross buybacks to earnings rises to the historical average. Image: Deutsche Bank Asset Allocation

Buybacks and S&P 500 Returns

Buybacks and S&P 500 Returns Chart suggesting that there is no evidence that buybacks blackouts represent a risk to markets. Image: BofA Securities