CECO Environmental Announces $5 Million Share Repurchase Program

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CECO Environmental Corp. (Nasdaq: CECE) has authorized a share repurchase program allowing the company to buy back up to $5 million of its common shares by December 31, 2021. This initiative aims to enhance shareholder value by offsetting dilution from prior issuances and reducing the share count. The Board's decision reflects confidence in CECO's strategic growth and a strong balance sheet. At a closing price of $7.04 on June 30, 2021, the program represents about 2.0% of outstanding shares.

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• Share repurchase program of $5 million enhances shareholder value.
• Repurchase offsets dilution from previous share issuances.
• Reflects confidence in the company's strategic growth.

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DALLAS, Aug. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- CECO Environmental Corp. (Nasdaq: CECE) today announced that its Board of Directors has authorized a share repurchase program under which CECO may purchase up to $5 million of its outstanding common shares through December 31, 2021.

Todd Gleason, CECO's Chief Executive Officer, commented, "We remain highly confident in our current prospects and excited about our future growth opportunities.  We have built a healthy balance sheet, and we believe that our current stock price represents an attractive valuation for our capital allocation strategy. The Board's approval of our share repurchase program reflects our confidence in CECO's strategic growth, the strength of our balance sheet, and our heightened commitment to optimizing long-term shareholder returns."  

The share repurchase program is designed to return value to CECO shareholders, offset dilution from previous share issuances, and reduce share count over time. The $5 million authorization represents approximately 2.0% of outstanding shares based on the closing stock price of $7.04 as of June 30, 2021. The authorization permits the company to repurchase shares in the open market, through accelerated share repurchases, block trades, 10b5-1 plans or through privately negotiated transactions in accordance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations.

The timing and amount of any future repurchases will be determined by the company's management at its discretion based on several factors, including ongoing assessments of the capital needs of the business, the market price of the company's common stock, and general market considerations. The repurchase program may be modified, extended, or terminated by the Board of Directors at any time.

ABOUT CECO ENVIRONMENTAL
CECO Environmental is a global leader in industrial air quality and fluid handling serving a broad landscape of industrial and other niche markets.  Providing innovative technology and application expertise, CECO helps companies grow their business with safe, clean, and more efficient solutions that help protect our shared environment.  In regions around the world, CECO works to improve air quality, optimize the energy value chain and provide custom Engineered Systems for applications including power generation, petrochemical processing, general industrial, refining, midstream oil & gas, electric vehicle production, poly silicon fabrication, battery recycling, beverage can, and water/wastewater treatment along with a wide range of other applications. CECO is listed on Nasdaq under the ticker symbol "CECE."  For more information, please visit www.cecoenviro.com.

Company Contact:
Matthew Eckl
Chief Financial Officer
888-990-6670

Investor Relations Contact:
Steven Hooser or Hala Elsherbini
Three Part Advisors
214-872-2710
Investor.Relations@OneCECO.com

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FAQ

What is the purpose of CECO's $5 million share repurchase program?

The share repurchase program aims to return value to shareholders, offset dilution from previous issuances, and reduce the overall share count.

How much of CECO's outstanding shares does the repurchase program represent?

The $5 million authorization represents approximately 2.0% of CECO's outstanding shares based on the stock price as of June 30, 2021.

When does CECO plan to execute its share repurchase program?

CECO plans to execute the share repurchase program by December 31, 2021, at management's discretion based on market conditions.

How does the share repurchase program impact CECO's stock price?

The repurchase program is expected to enhance shareholder value and may positively influence CECO's stock price by reducing the number of shares outstanding.