Additionally, the Company’s Board of Directors has authorized a $10 billion share repurchase program commencing in the Company’s fiscal 2013, which begins on September 30, 2012. The repurchase program is expected to be executed over three years, with the primary objective of neutralizing the impact of dilution from future employee equity grants and employee stock purchase programs.
That’s from Apple’s press release today.
Oh, and the dividend.
Go forth, shareholders, and stimulate.
Not Unreasonable 