# Julius Baer corporate governance and capital updates

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/julius-baer-corporate-governance-and-capital-updates
> Updated: 2026-10-06T05:22:07.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

Julius Baer Group Ltd. has initiated several corporate developments regarding its capital management and governance. The Group announced a share buy-back programme of up to CHF 600 million, supported by a strong capital position and a target CET1 capital ratio of 15%. Alongside this, the bank revised its capital distribution policy, aiming for a dividend payout ratio between 40% and 60% of IFRS net profit.

In terms of leadership, the Group has nominated Caroline Kuhnert and Elaine Arden to its Board of Directors. Kuhnert, who has extensive wealth management experience from UBS, and Arden, an expert in human resources and organizational transformation, are scheduled to be presented for election at the annual general meeting in April 2027.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-06: Julius Baer nominates two experienced bankers to its board

Julius Baer has nominated Caroline Kuhnert and Elaine Arden to its Board of Directors, effective following the April 2027 annual general meeting.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/julius-baer-nominates-two-experienced-bankers-to-its-board

### 2026-10-02: Julius Baer announces CHF 600 million share buy-back programme

Julius Baer Group has approved a new share buy-back programme of up to CHF 600 million and updated its capital distribution policy, targeting a dividend payout of 40% to 60% of net profits.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/julius-br-announces-chf-600-million-share-buyback-program

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