Bangkok Airways has announced a significant share repurchase initiative as part of its strategy to optimize capital allocation and reward its investors. The airline plans to repurchase 64 million shares valued at approximately $31 million, aiming to return excess liquidity to shareholders amid a stabilizing operating environment.
Chorus Aviation, based in Canada, has concluded the final phase of its substantial issuer bid by repurchasing 471,319 shares at a price of US$15.10 per share, resulting in an aggregate purchase value of approximately $7.1 million. The buyback was conducted as part of the company’s capital return strategy to enhance shareholder value.
Delta Air Lines has announced the authorization of a $1 billion share repurchase program, marking a significant return to shareholder-focused financial strategies. The repurchase initiative is scheduled to be completed no later than June 30, 2028, and will complement Delta’s existing quarterly dividend payouts.
AerSale (US) has entered into a definitive agreement to repurchase 6.428 million shares of its stock from Leonard Green & Partners, its long-term private equity sponsor, at a negotiated price of $7.00 per share. This strategic move aligns with AerSale’s capital allocation plan, reinforcing shareholder value and ownership concentration.
Juneyao Air, a prominent Chinese airline, has unveiled a share repurchase program intending to buy back up to 31.6 million shares, with the total repurchase amount not exceeding $68.4 million. The repurchase price is capped at CNY 15.80 per share.
Sun Country Airlines has announced a secondary public offering of 6,346,105 shares of its common stock, sold by an affiliate of Apollo Global Management. This offering represents all remaining shares held by the selling stockholder, marking Apollo’s full exit from its investment in the airline.
Southwest Airlines (US) has announced its financial results for 2024, reporting a net income of $465 million, driven by operating revenues of $27.5 billion. The airline ended the year with $9.7 billion in liquidity, reinforcing its strong financial position despite ongoing industry challenges.
Avation, the Singapore-based leasing company, has successfully completed the repurchase of 7.8 million shares through the market. This accounts for 10.45% of the company’s 74.6 million ordinary shares in issue. The repurchased shares will be held in treasury, reflecting the company’s strategic approach to managing its equity structure.
Spring Airlines, a major low-cost carrier in China, has unveiled plans for a share repurchase valued between $21 and $42 million. The repurchase will be conducted through centralized bidding and is set to be entirely self-funded, reflecting the airline’s financial strength and commitment to enhancing shareholder value.
