0027 GMT - Orica CEO Sanjeev Gandhi says the company is reviewing its capital-management framework, prompting Jarden to assess the moves that it could make. Orica ended FY 2024 with gearing of 26%. That is below its 30-40% target range. "We would see scope for Orica to undertake a buyback of A$400 million-plus in FY 2025, providing a positive catalyst, and downside share price support for the stock," analyst James Wilson says. Jarden has a neutral call on Orica's stock. Gandhi told The Wall Street Journal yesterday that Orica could explore options to raise its dividend payout ratio further and may discuss a share buyback program as part of the review. (david.winning@wsj.com; @dwinningWSJ)
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November 14, 2024 19:27 ET (00:27 GMT)
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