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Interpublic merger integration → $3.5B buyback authorized; post-acquisition strategy unveiled

Omnicom held Investor Day on March 12 outlining post-Interpublic acquisition strategy emphasizing integrated financial framework and competitive advantages, with Board authorizing $5.0B share repurchase and targeting up to $3.5B in 2026 buybacks. The company reported Q4 EPS of $2.59 missing consensus of $2.94, though quarterly dividend of $0.80 ($3.20 annualized, 4.1% yield) was maintained payable April 9. Stock gained 12.9% recently but trades at 4.3% YTD decline.