Form 8-K · Current Report · Filed 2026-05-18
Boston Scientific Announces $2 Billion Accelerated Share Repurchase Agreement
On May 18, 2026, Boston Scientific Corporation announced an accelerated share repurchase (ASR) agreement with JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association for $2 billion of its common stock.
- Filer
- Boston Scientific Corporation BSX · NYSE
- Filed
- Accession
- 0000885725-26-000042
- CIK
- 0000885725
- Signal
- Medium impactHealthcare
- Source
- Official filing on sec.gov ↗
Details
This ASR is part of the company's previously announced $5 billion share repurchase authorization. Under the terms of the ASR, Boston Scientific will pay the repurchase price and receive common stock with an aggregate value of 80% of the repurchase price based on the closing share price of the company's common stock as of May 15, 2026, representing approximately 30.4 million shares. The final settlement of the ASR is expected to be completed by June 30, 2026. Following completion of the ASR, Boston Scientific will have $3 billion remaining available under the share repurchase authorization. The expected net impact to adjusted earnings per share from the accelerated share repurchase in full year 2026 is $0.02, accretive to Boston Scientific's previously issued guidance on April 22, 2026.
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About Boston Scientific Corporation
Boston Scientific Corporation, a leading global medical device company, is renowned for developing and supplying innovative health solutions. Its primary function is to design, manufacture, and market medical devices used in interventional medical specialties such as cardiology, peripheral interventions, cardiac rhythm management, endoscopy, urology, and neuromodulation. The company's product offerings significantly impact sectors like health care, particularly those focusing on minimally invasive treatments. Boston Scientific's products help improve the quality of patient care and reduce the need for major surgery, thus playing a crucial role in modern healthcare systems. Their devices contribute to procedures that are less invasive, more effective, and often more economic, supporting better patient outcomes and quicker recovery times. Founded in 1979 and headquartered in Marlborough, Massachusetts, Boston Scientific provides its products to healthcare providers and institutions worldwide. In the financial markets, Boston Scientific Corporation holds significant influence as a major player in the healthcare industry, contributing to advancements in medical technology and shaping the future of patient care through research and development. Its presence underscores the importance of innovation in medical devices and its role in enhancing healthcare delivery.
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