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Stock Repurchase Program | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2016
Stock Repurchase Program | S. STOCK REPURCHASE PROGRAM In January 2015, the Board of Directors cancelled the November 2010 stock repurchase program and authorized a new stock repurchase program for up to $500 million of common stock. The cumulative repurchases as of December 31, 2016 totaled 22.5 million shares of common stock for $446 million at an average price per share of $19.87. The total price includes commissions and is recorded as a reduction to retained earnings. In December 2016, the Board of Directors approved a new $500 million share repurchase authorization which commenced on January 1, 2017. Teradyne intends to repurchase at least $200 million in 2017. Teradyne’s January 2015 stock repurchase program was terminated on December 31, 2016.

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