U.S. firms, in general, have been repurchasing shares and thus net equity issues have been negative.

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Since the 2008 financial crisis, U.S. firms have been repurchasing more shares than they have been issuing, resulting in negative net equity issues. This trend has been driven by several factors, including the availability of low-interest rates, a desire to increase shareholder value, and pressure from activist investors.

US Firms, in General, Have Been Repurchasing Shares and Thus