#share repurchase program

➤ Palmer Square Capital BDC has expanded its share repurchase program by an additional $30 million and extended it until June 2027, aiming to drive shareholder returns by buying back shares at a discount to net asset value. ➤ The company's stock has declined 12% over the past year, but it offers a significant dividend yield of 14.85%. ➤ Separately, Palmer Square Capital Management announced a 10% markdown in its private credit fund's NAV due to concerns about AI's impact on software company business models, highlighting broader industry apprehensions.

➤ Visa Inc. reported strong Q2 2026 financial results, exceeding earnings expectations and announcing a $20 billion share repurchase program. ➤ The company highlighted growth in payments volume, processed transactions, and value-added services, while also advancing its stablecoin strategy and exploring tokenized assets. ➤ For US investors, Visa offers exposure to global digital payments but warrants consideration of its valuation and potential headwinds like regulatory scrutiny and technological disruption.