Equity

6 Months Ended

Jun. 30, 2021

Equity

Equity

12. Equity

During the six months ended June 30, 2021, we repurchased 348,231 shares of our outstanding common stock for $28.1 million, or an average of $80.81 per share, all during the second quarter under our securities repurchase program approved by our Board of Directors. During the second quarter of 2021, we also acquired 147,076 shares of our common stock for $12.8 million, or an average of $86.94 per share, from employees in connection with a net share settlement feature of employee equity awards. In July 2021, our Board of Directors increased the authority delegated to management to repurchase our outstanding securities to $250.0 million. Prior to the increase, we had $142.5 million in remaining authorization.