PHOENIX--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
Avnet,
Inc. (NYSE:AVT) announced today approval by the company's Board of
Directors of an additional $250 million for use in the company's stock
repurchase program and the declaration of a regular quarterly cash
dividend of $0.16 per share. The dividend will be paid on December 15,
2014, to shareholders of record as of the close of business on December
2, 2014.
With this incremental $250 million stock repurchase authorization, Avnet
has approved a cumulative total of $1 billion for its share repurchase
program since August of 2011. During this time, the Company has
purchased approximately $630 million of shares and will now have
approximately $370 million remaining in current authorization as of
November 6, 2014.
Rick Hamada, Avnet Chief Executive Officer, commented, "This increase in
our share repurchase authorization, combined with the recent increase in
our annual dividend to $0.64 per share, reflects our ongoing commitment
to a consistent capital allocation strategy that balances returning cash
to shareholders with investing for profitable growth. Through both our
dividend and disciplined share repurchase program, we can return cash to
shareholders while continuing to invest in both organic growth and
value-creating acquisitions. Going forward, we will leverage our strong
financial position and execute on our growth initiatives to enhance
long-term shareholder value creation."
This action will permit the company to continue repurchasing shares of
its common stock as market and business conditions warrant. The program
can be terminated at any time. The company may enter into Rule 10b5-1
plans to facilitate repurchases under the program. A Rule 10b5-1 plan
would generally permit the company to repurchase shares at times when it
might otherwise be prevented from doing so under certain securities laws.
About Avnet
Avnet, Inc. (NYSE:AVT), a Fortune 500 company, is one of the largest
distributors of electronic components, computer products and embedded
technology serving customers globally. Avnet accelerates its partners'
success by connecting the world's leading technology suppliers with a
broad base of customers by providing cost-effective, value-added
services and solutions. For the fiscal year ended June 28, 2014, Avnet
generated revenue of $27.5 billion. For more information, visit www.avnet.com
or contact us at investorrelations@avnet.com.
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Avnet, Inc.
Vincent Keenan, 480-643-7053
Investor Relations
investorrelations@avnet.com
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