Allergan (AGN) Initiates Qtr. Dividend at 70c/Share; Approves $10B to Stock Buyback Plan
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Allergan Announces $10 Billion Accelerated Share Repurchase, Initiation of Cash Dividend in 2017
November 2, 2016 6:30 AM EDTDUBLIN, Nov. 2, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --Â Allergan plc (NYSE: AGN) today announced that it has completed its initial $5 billion in share repurchases under its previously announced share repurchase program, and its Board of Directors has approved the expansion of the share repurchase program and the initiation of a regular quarterly cash dividend for shareholders as part of the Company's capital allocation strategy. This reflects the Company's conviction in its business strategy and strong future cash flow position, allowing for periodic return of cash to shareholders through dividends and a significant share buyback program while... More