JCDecaux Initiates a Share Buyback Program
JCDecaux SE announces the launch of a share buyback program involving 1.5 million shares, representing approximately 0.70% of its share capital.
Launch of the Buyback Program
JCDecaux SE, listed on Euronext Paris under the symbol DEC, has announced the initiation of a share buyback program. Authorized by the General Assembly on May 14, 2025, the program plans to acquire up to 1.5 million shares, approximately 0.70% of the company's share capital. The buyback period extends from November 20, 2025, to May 13, 2026, the date of the next General Assembly. The repurchased shares will primarily be used to cover distributions as part of ongoing or future performance programs.
Financial Performance and Market Presence
According to the figures released, JCDecaux achieved a turnover of EUR 3,935.3 million in 2024 and EUR 1,868.3 million for the first half of 2025. The company is ranked as the world's number one in outdoor advertising, reaching a daily audience of 850 million people in over 80 countries. JCDecaux owns 1,091,811 advertising faces and is present in 3,894 cities with populations over 10,000. It employs 12,026 staff members. The company is included in the SBF 120 and CAC Mid 60 indices.
Sustainability and Industry Leadership
JCDecaux announces that its carbon reduction trajectory has been validated by the SBTi, and it has joined the CAC® SBT 1.5° index of Euronext Paris. The company is recognized for its extra-financial performance by rankings such as CDP (List A), MSCI (AAA), Sustainalytics (11.9), and EcoVadis (Gold). Moreover, it is the first outdoor communication company to join the RE100. JCDecaux also positions itself as a leader in bike-sharing and soft mobility.
