Infosys Rs 18,000 crore buyback: What shareholders must know under new tax rules – explained

Infosys’ announcement of its largest-ever share buyback, worth Rs 18,000 crore, has grabbed attention on Dalal Street.

While the move is expected to lift investor sentiment, many shareholders are now trying to understand the implications of the new buyback tax regime introduced in October 2024, which shifts the tax burden from companies to individual investors.

What is a share buyback?