Ericsson stock jumps as LM Ericsson unveils first-ever buyback after Q4 profit beat
Stockholm, Jan 23, 2026, 11:06 CET — Regular session underway. Ericsson shares jumped over 11% on Friday following the Swedish telecom equipment firm’s announcement of its inaugural share buyback program. The company also surpassed expectations for fourth-quarter profits, leading gains on Europe’s STOXX 600. (Reuters) This matters because investors have expected a sluggish, uneven 5G spending phase, with operators cautious…