**HII** has announced a new buyback program involving the issuance of two new series of senior notes. The **5.353% Senior Notes due 2030** and the **5.749% Senior Notes due 2035** will be issued in aggregate principal amounts of **$500,000,000** each. The 2030 Notes will mature on **January 15, 2030**, and the 2035 Notes will mature on **January 15, 2035**. Interest on these notes will be payable semi-annually on **January 15** and **July 15** each year, starting from **July 15, 2025**. The notes are subject to optional redemption and may be repurchased under certain conditions  **[0001193125-24-260914_d838389dex42.htm:1]** **[0001193125-24-260914_d838389d8k.htm:2]** **[0001193125-24-260914_d838389dex42.htm:17]** .

**Tapestry, Inc.** has announced a new **$2 billion share repurchase program**. This program allows the company to repurchase shares on the open market, in privately negotiated transactions, or through accelerated share repurchase programs. The company plans to fund these repurchases with a combination of cash on hand and proceeds from debt  **[0001140361-24-046713_ef20038690_8k.htm:5]** **[0001140361-24-046713_ef20038690_ex99-1.htm:1]** .

**Charter Communications (CHTR)** has announced a new buyback program as part of its merger agreement with Liberty Broadband. The key points of the program are as follows: 

- **Monthly Repurchases**: Charter will repurchase shares of its common stock from Liberty Broadband each month during the merger period. The repurchase amount will be the greater of **$100 million** or an amount ensuring Liberty Broadband meets its liquidity requirements  **[0001140361-24-046322_ny20038391x1_8k.htm:10]** .
- **Repurchase Price**: The repurchase price will be determined based on the existing letter agreement, with adjustments if no shares are repurchased during the relevant period  **[0001140361-24-046322_ny20038391x1_ex10-3.htm:5]** .
- **Liquidity and MAE Events**: If a liquidity event or material adverse effect (MAE) event occurs, the repurchase amount will be adjusted or tolled until the event no longer exists  **[0001140361-24-046322_ny20038391x1_ex10-3.htm:5]** .
- **Loans in Lieu of Repurchases**: If repurchases are not permitted under applicable law or would reduce Liberty Broadband's equity interest below 25.25%, Charter will provide loans to Liberty Broadband instead  **[0001140361-24-046322_ny20038391x1_8k.htm:10]** .
- **Use of Proceeds**: Proceeds from repurchases or loans will be used by Liberty Broadband to repay its outstanding debt  **[0001140361-24-046322_ny20038391x1_8k.htm:10]** .

This program is designed to support Liberty Broadband's liquidity and debt repayment needs during the merger process, ensuring financial stability and compliance with regulatory requirements.**

**Cardinal Health** has announced a new **buyback program** as part of its capital allocation strategy. The company plans to finance its recent acquisitions, including the GI Alliance and Advanced Diabetes Supply Group, with a combination of cash on hand and new debt financing. Despite these financial commitments, Cardinal Health intends to maintain its share repurchase plans for fiscal year 2025. The company aims to pay down debt over the next 18 to 24 months while continuing to invest in growth opportunities and returning capital to shareholders  **[0001193125-24-255062_d894226dex991.htm:1]** .

**Xcel Energy Inc.** has announced a new buyback program. The key details are as follows: The company will repurchase shares to offset shareholder dilution from employee incentive plans, reinvestment of dividends, and director compensation programs. The buyback program is designed to avoid being classified as a Potential Adjustment Event under the 2002 Definitions  **[0001193125-24-253127_d836860dex1001.htm:7]** **[0001193125-24-253127_d836860dex1002.htm:8]** .

Xcel Energy has initiated a **new buyback program** through **Forward Sale Agreements** with Barclays Bank PLC and Bank of America, N.A. This involves the potential repurchase of up to **18,320,610 shares** of its common stock. The **initial forward sale price** is set at **$64.4356 per share**, subject to daily adjustments based on a floating interest rate factor. The program allows Xcel Energy to settle these agreements by issuing shares at the forward sale price on or before **June 30, 2026**  **[0001193125-24-251143_d855581d8k.htm:1]** .

**NRG's new buyback program** involves the company offering to repurchase notes from holders upon the occurrence of a Change of Control Triggering Event. The key points include: **repurchase price** at 101% of the principal amount plus accrued interest, **notice** to holders within 30 days of the event, and **payment** within 10 to 60 days from the notice  **[0001104659-24-113526_tm2427141d1_ex4-2.htm:43]** **[0001104659-24-113526_tm2427141d1_ex4-2.htm:100]** **[0001104659-24-113526_tm2427141d1_ex4-2.htm:78]** **[0001104659-24-113526_tm2427141d1_ex4-2.htm:89]** **[0001104659-24-113526_tm2427141d1_ex4-2.htm:44]** .

Waste Management, Inc. (WM) has announced a new buyback program. **Key details** include the following: WM will repurchase up to **$1 billion** of its outstanding shares. The buyback program is set to commence immediately and will be executed through open market purchases, privately negotiated transactions, or other means as permitted by securities laws and regulations. The program does not have a fixed expiration date, allowing the company flexibility in its repurchase strategy  **[0001104659-24-113072_tm2427004d2_ex1-1.htm:35]** .

**Fifth Third Bancorp** has entered into a new share repurchase agreement with **Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC** to buy back approximately **$300 million** of its outstanding common stock. The repurchase is part of a **100 million share repurchase program**. The transaction is expected to settle on or before **December 27, 2024**  **[0000035527-24-000238_fitb-20241021.htm:3]** .

**Caesars Entertainment, Inc.** has announced a new buyback program. The company issued **$1.1 billion** aggregate principal amount of **6.000% Senior Notes due 2032**. The net proceeds from the sale of these notes will be used to redeem **$1.065 billion** of the company's existing **8.125% Senior Notes due 2027**, along with all accrued interest, fees, and premiums thereon. The notes are guaranteed by the material, domestic wholly-owned subsidiaries of the company that are guarantors with respect to the company's senior secured credit facilities under its Credit Agreement  **[0001193125-24-238882_d877683d8k.htm:1]** .

**Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS)** has announced a new buyback program. The key details are as follows: UHS has authorized the repurchase of up to **$500 million** of its outstanding common stock. This program is set to be executed over the next **12 months** and will be funded through a combination of cash on hand and cash generated from operations. The buyback program is intended to enhance shareholder value by reducing the number of shares outstanding, thereby increasing the ownership stake of remaining shareholders  **[0001193125-24-229561_d895626d8k.htm:3]** .

**Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd.** has announced a new **buyback program** involving the completion of a **$1.5 billion private offering** of **5.625% Senior Notes due 2031**. The company plans to use the proceeds to **redeem and/or repay certain indebtedness**, including the **$700 million 7.250% Senior Notes due 2030** and the **$232 million Silver Dawn finance lease**. The Notes will mature on **September 30, 2031**, with interest payable semi-annually starting **March 31, 2025**  **[0001104659-24-103188_tm2424765d1_8k.htm:1]** **[0001104659-24-103188_tm2424765d1_ex99-1.htm:0]** .

**Diamondback Energy** has announced a new **buyback program** as part of its existing stock repurchase initiative. The company has authorized the purchase of **2,000,000 shares** of common stock from the underwriters involved in the recent secondary offering. This repurchase will be funded from the company's existing cash on hand and is expected to be completed without any compensation to the underwriters for the shares being repurchased  **[0001140361-24-041671_ef20036148_ex99-1.htm:0]** **[0001140361-24-041671_ef20036148_ex99-2.htm:0]** .

**Laboratory Corporation of America Holdings** has announced a new buyback program involving the issuance of **$2,000,000,000** in debt securities. This includes **$650,000,000** of **4.350% Senior Notes due 2030**, **$500,000,000** of **4.550% Senior Notes due 2032**, and **$850,000,000** of **4.800% Senior Notes due 2034**. The interest on these notes is payable semi-annually on **April 1** and **October 1**, starting from **April 1, 2025**. The company has the option to redeem these notes before their respective Par Call Dates at a price equal to the greater of 100% of the principal amount or a make-whole premium, plus accrued interest  **[0001193125-24-223695_d844966dex42.htm:0]** **[0001193125-24-223695_d844966dex43.htm:0]** **[0001193125-24-223695_d844966dex44.htm:0]** .

Wynn Resorts has announced a new **buyback program** involving the issuance of **$800 million** in **6.250% Senior Notes due 2033**. The proceeds from this issuance will be used to **redeem existing 5.500% Senior Notes due 2025** and for general corporate purposes. The Notes are **redeemable** at the Issuers' option, in whole or in part, at any time prior to September 15, 2027, at a redemption price equal to **100% of the aggregate principal amount** plus a "make-whole" amount, plus accrued and unpaid interest. After September 15, 2027, the Notes can be redeemed at specified prices. The Notes are subject to **disposition and redemption requirements** imposed by gaming laws and regulations  **[0001174922-24-000141_wynn-20240920.htm:1]** .