CrowdStrike Holdings, Inc. increased the total authorization for its share‑repurchase program to $1.5 billion by adding $500 million to the existing program, giving the board greater flexibility to buy back shares at its discretion.
The expansion follows a record fourth‑quarter of fiscal year 2026, in which the company generated $1.31 billion in revenue, up 23% year‑over‑year, and $395.4 million in free cash flow, underscoring strong demand and the impact of AI‑driven momentum on its core business.
CFO Burt Podbere said the company sees a growing disconnect between its improving momentum fueled by AI tailwinds and its current valuation, which prompted the buyback expansion. He added that the program will be executed opportunistically, allowing CrowdStrike to return capital when market conditions are favorable while supporting share price and earnings per share.
The move aligns with CrowdStrike’s long‑term goal of reaching $20 billion in ending annual recurring revenue by fiscal year 2036, demonstrating confidence in its growth trajectory and cash‑generation capacity.
Investors responded positively to the announcement, reflecting confidence in the company’s valuation and cash‑flow generation.
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