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Ryanair HoldingsCHIX:RYAI 88 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio is 2.90 as of Jun. 2026, which is 427% above its 10-year median of 0.55. GuruFocus rates CHIX:RYAI with a GF Score™ of 88/100 and a GF Value™ of €26.31 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 527 Transportation companies, Ryanair Holdings ranks better than 91.65% on this metric.
Shares Outstanding (EOP) are shares that have been authorized, issued, and purchased by investors and are held by them.
3-Year Share Buyback Ratio measures the average annual proportion of a company's outstanding shares repurchased over the past three years. It is calculated as the annualized percentage change in shares outstanding from three years ago to the current year. A positive ratio may indicate share buybacks over the period, while a zero or negative ratio may reflect no repurchases or potential share issuance. Ryanair Holdings's current 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio was 2.90%.
The historical rank and industry rank for Ryanair Holdings's 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio or its related term are showing as below:
CHIX:RYAi'
s 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -66 Med: 0.55 Max: 4.5
Current: 2.9
During the past 13 years, Ryanair Holdings's highest 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio was 4.50%. The lowest was -66.00%. And the median was 0.55%.
CHIX:RYAi's 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio is ranked better than 91.65% of 527
companies
in the Transportation industry
Industry Median: -0.4
vs CHIX:RYAi: 2.90
Ryanair Holdings (CHIX:RYAi) 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio Explanation
A negative number means the company might be issuing new shares. A positive number indicates that the company is buying back shares.
Be Aware
Investors usually like share buybacks. But as pointed by Warren Buffett, only if a company buys back shares at the prices below the stock's intrinsic value, it rewards remaining shareholders. If a company buys its overvalued stocks back, it destroys shareholder value.
Ryanair Holdings 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio Related Terms
CHIX:RYAI vs DAL, UAL, LUV: 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio Comparison
For the Airlines subindustry, Ryanair Holdings's 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio, along with its competitors' market caps and 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio data, can be viewed below:
* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.
Ryanair Holdings 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio vs Transportation Industry
For the Transportation industry and Industrials sector, Ryanair Holdings's 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Ryanair Holdings's 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio falls into.
Ryanair Holdings 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio Calculation
This is the annualized percentage change in shares outstanding from three years ago to the current year. The annualized percentage change is calculated with expontential compound based on the latest four years of annual data on Shares Outstanding (EOP).
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What does a 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio of 2.90 mean?
Ryanair Holdings (CHIX:RYAI) has a 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio of 2.90 as of Jun. 2026. The 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio measures the average annual proportion of a company's outstanding shares repurchased over the past three years. It is calculated as the annualized percentage change in shares outstanding from three years ago to the current year. View historical data for Ryanair Holdings and its competitors. This is 427% above median its historical median of 0.55. According to the industry distribution chart, Ryanair Holdings ranks #44 out of 527 companies in the Transportation industry, placing it in the top 8.3%.
Is Ryanair Holdings' 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio too high?
Ryanair Holdings' current 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio of 2.90 is 427% above median its 10-year median of 0.55. Based on the distribution chart, Ryanair Holdings ranks #44 out of 527 companies in the Transportation industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Ryanair Holdings has a GF Score™ of 88/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Ryanair Holdings' 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio compare to DAL and UAL?
According to the Transportation industry distribution chart, Ryanair Holdings ranks #44 out of 527 companies for 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio. This places Ryanair Holdings in the top 8% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio for a Transportation company?
A good 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio depends on the Transportation industry context. However, 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio mean?
A high 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. The 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio measures the average annual proportion of a company's outstanding shares repurchased over the past three years. It is calculated as the annualized percentage change in shares outstanding from three years ago to the current year. View historical data for Ryanair Holdings and its competitors. Ryanair Holdings's current 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio is 2.90, which is 427% above median its own 10-year median of 0.55. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Ryanair Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Ryanair Holdings (CHIX:RYAI) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is €26.31, compared to a current price of €24.57 — trading 6.6% below its estimated fair value. The current 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio is 2.90, which is 427% above median its 10-year median of 0.55. Ryanair Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 88/100 with 1 warning sign to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio calculated?
3-Year Share Buyback Ratio is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Ryanair Holdings (CHIX:RYAI), the current 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio is 2.90 as of Jun. 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
Is Ryanair Holdings (CHIX:RYAI) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Ryanair Holdings stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of €24.57 is trading 6.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of €26.31.
GuruFocus considers Ryanair Holdings to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for CHIX:RYAI:
3-Year Share Buyback Ratio: 2.90 (427% above median its 10-year median of 0.55)
GF Value™: €26.31 vs. price of €24.57 (6.6% below fair value)
No single metric tells the full story. See the CHIX:RYAI stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Ryanair is Europe's largest low-cost airline, known for its extensive network and highly efficient business model. Operating over 3,600 flights daily across 240-plus destinations in 40 countries, Ryanair has built its success on offering affordable air travel while maintaining tight control over costs. The airline primarily uses Boeing 737 aircraft, including the newer 737 8-200 "Gamechanger" variant, which simplifies operations and reduces expenses. Ryanair focuses on high passenger volume, ancillary revenue, and operational efficiency, ensuring its position as a leading airline in Europe.
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