Unilever, the Global Consumer Giant, Achieves Milestone of a €1.5 billion Share Buyback Completion!

Published: 30 May 2025
Unilever PLC has announced the grand completion of its €1.5 billion share buyback initiative. Originally declared in February 2025, the buyback saw a total of 27,815,955 ordinary Unilever shares purchased.

Unilever PLC, the global consumer goods behemoth, accomplished a significant milestone on 30th May, 2025 - the completion of its ambitious €1.5 billion share buyback programme. The initiative, originally announced on 13 February 2025, has marked a significant chapter in Unilever’s corporate journey.

According to the ‘Buyback’ details revealed, an impressive total of 27,815,955 ordinary Unilever PLC shares were purchased, displaying the collective market value equivalent of €1,499,999,964. This bold and strategic move by the company spruces up its portfolio and corporate performance while boosting the overall shareholder value.

Boasting products used by 3.4 billion consumers daily, Unilever’s portfolio spans various domains including Beauty & Wellbeing, Personal Care, Home Care, Foods, and Ice Cream brands. The company, with a commendable workforce of around 120,000 employees, generated a whopping €60.8 billion turnover in 2024.

Nonetheless, Unilever navigated these potential hurdles, showcasing their forward-thinking business acumen and a keen understanding of the market dynamics. The successful completion of the buyback demonstrates the global brand’s resilience and commitment to delivering upon its promises.

The completion of this share buyback has not only fortified Unilever PLC’s market position but also reaffirmed stakeholders’ trust in the company’s strategic decisions. Proving once again, that Unilever is a force to be reckoned within the global consumer goods’ landscape.