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NASPERS LIMITED - Update on Repurchase Programme and Claim It Campaign

Naspers Limited
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What this filing means

Naspers provided a routine weekly update on its multi-billion rand share repurchase program and its participation in a dividend recovery campaign.

Naspers bought back nearly R1 billion worth of its own shares last week to help boost the value for remaining investors. They are also helping shareholders find and claim old, unpaid dividends through a new 'Claim It' initiative.

Bull case

  • Executed a significant share repurchase of 1,069,750 shares for approximately ZAR 983.69 million, signaling management's view on intrinsic value.
  • Enhanced transparency through voluntary reporting of Naspers N share repurchases alongside mandatory Prosus updates.
  • Active participation in the 'Claim It' campaign to improve shareholder engagement and recovery of unclaimed dividends.

Bear case

  • Poor timing of capital allocation as the average repurchase price of ZAR 919.55 is approximately 3% higher than the current market price of ZAR 892.03.
  • Persistent negative technical momentum continues despite the buyback, with the stock trading 32% below its 52-week high.
  • The need for a 'Claim It' campaign may highlight historical inefficiencies in shareholder communication or dividend distribution.
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AI-generated summary by SENS-AI, based on the original JSE SENS filing.

SENS-AI conclusion

Naspers has reported the purchase of 1,069,750 shares for ZAR 983.69 million as part of its ongoing, long-term buyback strategy. While the bull case rests on the significant reduction in share count at a low 8.3x P/E, the bear case correctly identifies that the recent buybacks were executed at prices higher than the current market value, indicating poor short-term timing. Investor Takeaway: This is a routine continuation of a known program; while it provides a floor for the valuation, it has yet to reverse the stock's negative technical momentum. Signal-to-Price Note: The price is down 3% relative to the buyback execution price, suggesting the market is prioritizing macro or Tencent-related concerns over the internal buyback signal.

Evidence from the filing

  • The Group executed a substantial share repurchase, buying 1,069,750 Naspers Shares for a total consideration of ZAR983.69 million.

    “For the period between 9 February 2026 and 13 February 2026, the Group purchased 1,069,750 Naspers Shares at an average price of ZAR919.5514 per share for a total consideration of ZAR983,690,110 (US$61,791,154).”

  • Naspers demonstrates enhanced transparency and shareholder focus by voluntarily providing updates on its Naspers N ordinary share repurchases.

    “Considering the regulatory requirement to provide weekly updates on Prosus ordinary shares N repurchased, Naspers decided to also provide voluntary updates to Naspers shareholders on the Naspers N ordinary shares it purchased.”

  • The company's active participation in the market-wide 'Claim It' campaign highlights a commitment to robust shareholder communication.

    “As part of our ongoing commitment to enhancing shareholder communication and engagement, we are participating in the market-wide "Claim It" campaign, which aims to assist shareholders in recovering outstanding dividend payments.”

  • The Group acquired Naspers Shares at an average price of ZAR919.5514, which is significantly above the current market price.

    “For the period between 9 February 2026 and 13 February 2026, the Group purchased 1,069,750 Naspers Shares at an average price of ZAR919.5514 per share for a total consideration of ZAR983,690,110 (US$61,791,154).”

  • Participation in a 'Claim It' campaign suggests potential issues with shareholder engagement or fragmented holdings.

    “As part of our ongoing commitment to enhancing shareholder communication and engagement, we are participating in the market-wide "Claim It" campaign, which aims to assist shareholders in recovering outstanding dividend payments.”
Category
Share Repurchase
Published
Feb 17, 2026

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