AMPH 8-K
Amphastar Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (AMPH)
UNITED STATES
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Washington, D.C. 20549
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Item 8.01. Other Events
On March 12, 2026, the Company’s Board of Directors authorized a $50 million increase to the Company’s share buyback program, which is expected to continue for an indefinite period of time. The primary goal of the share buyback program is to offset dilution created by the Company’s equity compensation programs.
Purchases may be made through the open market and private block transactions pursuant to Rule 10b5-1 plans, privately negotiated transactions, or other means, as determined by the Company’s management and in accordance with the requirements of the Securities and Exchange Commission and applicable laws.
The timing and actual number of shares repurchased will depend on a variety of factors including price, corporate and regulatory requirements, and other conditions.
SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.
| AMPHASTAR PHARMACEUTICALS, INC. | ||
Date: March 16, 2026 |
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By: | /S/WILLIAM J. PETERS |
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| William J. Peters | ||
| Chief Financial Officer, Executive Vice President and Treasurer | ||
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