01—Abstract
Summary
Summary of the 8-K filed December 11, 2025. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.
T-Mobile US, Inc. has announced a significant new shareholder return program, authorized by its Board of Directors, totaling up to $14.6 billiona through December 31, 2026.
This program will include a combination of share repurchases and cash dividends. It is important to note that this new initiative is additive to, and not a replacement for, the company's existing $14.0 billionb shareholder return program scheduled to conclude at the end of 2025. Any remaining unused funds from the 2025 program will roll over into the new 2026 program, potentially increasing its effective size.
The company intends to fund these returns through a mix of existing cash reserves and potential debt issuances, contingent on market conditions and strategic evaluations. While the program outlines a substantial commitment to returning capital to shareholders, T-Mobile emphasizes that the specific timing and amounts of both share repurchases and dividend payments are subject to market conditions, company performance, and the Board's discretion. The program does not obligate the company to repurchase a specific amount of stock or pay a specific dividend, and it can be modified or discontinued at any time.
02—Key points
Key Highlights
- T-Mobile authorized a new shareholder return program of up to $14.6 billion, running through December 31, 2026.
- The program will consist of share repurchases and cash dividends.
- This new program is in addition to the $14.0 billion shareholder return program ending December 31, 2025.
- Any remaining balance from the 2025 program will be added to the 2026 program.
- Share repurchases and dividends are expected to be funded by cash on hand and potential debt issuances.
- The specific timing and amount of repurchases and dividends are discretionary and dependent on market conditions, company performance, and Board decisions.
- The program does not guarantee any specific level of shareholder returns and can be suspended or discontinued.
03—Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the total value of the new shareholder return program and when does it expire?
The new shareholder return program is authorized for up to $14.6 billion and is set to run through December 31, 2026.
Will the new program replace the current shareholder return program?
No, the 2026 Shareholder Return Program is in addition to the existing $14.0 billion program that concludes at the end of 2025. Any unused funds from the 2025 program will be added to the 2026 program.
How will T-Mobile fund these shareholder returns?
The company expects to fund share repurchases and dividends from available cash on hand and may also utilize proceeds from debt issuances or other borrowings, depending on market conditions and other factors.
Are the share repurchases and dividend payments guaranteed?
No, the program does not obligate T-Mobile to repurchase a specific amount of stock or pay a specific amount of dividends. The timing and amounts are discretionary and subject to market conditions, company performance, and the Board's decision. The program can also be suspended or discontinued at any time.
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