StandardAero’s Board of Directors approved a $450 million stock repurchase program on December 10, 2025, giving the company the authority to buy back shares in the open market or through private transactions. The program is intended to return capital to shareholders while the company continues to invest in growth initiatives such as capacity expansion and technology upgrades.
The approval comes on the back of a strong financial performance. StandardAero reported Q3 2025 revenue of $1.5 billion, a 20 % year‑over‑year increase, and earnings per share of $0.20. The company’s liquidity remains solid, with a current ratio of 2.18 and a debt‑to‑equity ratio of 0.99. Net income for the trailing twelve months reached $184.7 million, underscoring the firm’s ability to support a sizable buyback while funding ongoing investments.
Management highlighted that the repurchase program is a tool to allocate capital toward accretive investments that enhance long‑term shareholder value. StandardAero is expanding its maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) footprint, adding 80,500 square feet to its Augusta, Georgia facility and 70,000 square feet to its Winnipeg location. The company also plans to increase LEAP engine MRO capacity by 2029, positioning it to capture demand from aging aircraft fleets.
Russell Ford, Chairman and CEO, said the program “provides another tool to allocate capital toward accretive investments that enhance long‑term stockholder value.” He added that while growth investments remain a priority, returning capital to shareholders is prudent given the company’s strong balance sheet and favorable market conditions.
The announcement was positively received by investors, reflecting confidence in StandardAero’s financial position and growth prospects. The program signals management’s belief that the stock is undervalued and that the company can generate sufficient cash flow to support both buybacks and capital expenditures.
By combining a robust buyback with continued investment in capacity and technology, StandardAero aims to strengthen its competitive position in the MRO market, which is projected to reach $156 billion by 2035. The program underscores the company’s commitment to delivering long‑term value to shareholders while pursuing strategic growth.
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