Ericsson shares are trading higher as investors react to new buyback execution disclosures tied to the company’s recently launched capital-return program. The company has begun repurchasing its Class B shares on Nasdaq Stockholm under a program authorized at the March 31, 2026 AGM and initiated in April, with recent updates detailing millions of shares purchased during late April into early May as the plan ramps up. (ericsson.com)

The buyback is sized at up to SEK 15 billion and runs from April 23, 2026 through March 31, 2027, creating an ongoing bid for shares and signaling management’s intent to return capital while optimizing the company’s capital structure. With the program now active, incremental weekly repurchase reports can act as near-term catalysts, particularly on quieter news days for the telecom equipment group. (ericsson.com)

Adding to the positive tone, Ericsson is also benefiting from deal-related headlines after Costa Rica’s state telecom operator ICE awarded Ericsson a contract reported around $220 million to deploy its 5G network. While timing and margin details are not fully visible from early reports, the award supports the narrative that operators continue placing meaningful 5G capex with established vendors. (datacenterdynamics.com)

Traders will likely focus on the pace of buyback execution versus the program’s maximum and on whether additional large network awards emerge as operators expand 5G standalone and begin early 5G-Advanced upgrades. Investors will also watch for updates on near-term cost pressures and restructuring actions as the company works toward its longer-term profitability targets. (ericsson.com)