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Roblox authorizes first-ever $3B share buyback program
- Roblox Corporation announced on May 19, 2026 that its Board of Directors has authorized the repurchase of up to $3 billion of the company's common stock.
- The buyback represents roughly 9% of the company's $31.8 billion market capitalization.
- The program is designed to partially offset dilution from employee equity grants while preserving flexibility to invest in future growth opportunities.
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Conclusion
Roblox announced the $3 billion program on May 19, 2026. Its market capitalization is $31.8 billion. The stock closed at $41.82 on June 5, down 11.02% from $47.00 on June 1. The program is designed to offset dilution from employee equity grants while maintaining flexibility for growth investments.