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This research aims to analyze the impact of share buybacks during the COVID-19 pandemic in India.

May 14, 2026

Investigating share buyback impact during the COVID-19 pandemic: Indian evidence

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This research aims to analyze the impact of share buybacks during the COVID-19 pandemic in India.
Data collected on share buybacks in India during the COVID-19 period.
Analysis focused on financial performance indicators before and after buybacks.
Statistical methods used to evaluate the economic impact.
Evidence shows a significant increase in stock prices post-buyback, suggesting positive investor sentiment.
Companies offering buybacks demonstrated improved earnings per share (EPS) performance compared to those that did not.
The economic recovery was more robust for firms that engaged in share buybacks.

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Aafreen Khan

Ashu Khanna

Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee

Sanskaar Tijaria

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