Baytex Energy Renews Share Buyback Program

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1Baytex Energy Corp announced the renewal of its normal course issuer bid (NCIB) allowing the purchase of up to 70,899,359 common shares over 12 months

As part of energy companies' strategies to enhance shareholder returns, Baytex Energy Corp has announced the renewal of its normal course issuer bid (NCIB), allowing the purchase of up to 70,899,359 common shares over 12 months, according to reports. The program, accepted by the Toronto Stock Exchange, will take effect on July 2, 2026.

The move is part of the company's capital return strategy, coming after Canadian inflation data released on June 22 showed the annual rate rising to 3.2%, above the 3% forecast, per market data. Baytex shares closed at $3.99 on June 25, trading between $3.86 and $4.02 during the session.