IONOS launches €60M share buyback and AI-driven Momentum strategy
IONOS has unveiled a new €60 million share buyback programme, targeting up to 2.2 million of its own shares. The move comes as the company pushes ahead with Momentum, a major AI-driven strategy aimed at transforming its service offerings. Investors responded positively, with the share price climbing nearly 1.8% after the announcement.
The buyback programme will start in the coming days and is scheduled to run until August 25, 2026. It follows previous repurchases, with IONOS having already acquired 4.35 million treasury shares under earlier authorisations. This latest initiative will cover obligations from employee stock ownership plans while reducing share capital by roughly 1.6%.
*Momentum*, the company's new AI ecosystem, integrates infrastructure, automation, and applications like IONOS GPT and an AI phone receptionist. Designed to comply with DSGVO regulations, the system also includes an AI-powered CRM and tools for automated content creation. The goal is to shift IONOS from a basic infrastructure provider to a full-service partner, increasing revenue per user through operational AI solutions. Looking ahead, the company has set medium-term targets of 10% annual revenue growth and an EBITDA margin of 40%. While details on market positioning against competitors remain unclear, the 2025 annual report highlights *Momentum* as a central pillar of its future strategy.
The share buyback programme will run for over two years, with a clear focus on supporting employee stock plans and strengthening shareholder value. Meanwhile, Momentum aims to drive long-term growth by embedding AI tools across IONOS's services. The company's next steps will depend on how quickly these initiatives translate into financial performance.
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