Salesforce Boosts Shareholder Returns with $25B Buyback and Dividend Hike

Salesforce, Inc. (CRM) has announced a significant expansion of its capital return program, signaling strong confidence in its financial health and cash flow. The software giant unveiled a massive $25 billion share buyback initiative alongside an increase in its quarterly dividend to $0.44 per share. Investors on record by the ex-dividend date of April 9 will be eligible for the upcoming payout. This aggressive move comes on the back of robust Q4 earnings and the successful rollout of the AI-driven 'Agentforce' platform. Management's decision to return capital aims to provide a cushion for the stock price amid broader market volatility fueled by geopolitical tensions. The strategy underscores Salesforce's transition into a more mature, cash-generative phase while maintaining its lead in the AI-integrated CRM market.