Well not that these guys are the most reliable when it comes to answers but here is their "guess" on that subject...
""..My question is.does this mean the company cannot continue it's announced buyback program of the stock also till then, or can they continue since it was already announced and planned.."
I believe it is the former. I will let you know of any updates.
Regards,
Ken AuYeung, Hawk Associates Inc.