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The latest announcement is out from Airtel Africa Plc ( (GB:AAF) ).
Airtel Africa has repurchased 40,000 of its own ordinary shares at a volume-weighted average price of 370.59 pence per share on 6 January 2026 under its ongoing share buy-back programme, with the shares to be cancelled. Following this transaction, the company’s issued share capital stands at 3,655,760,539 ordinary shares, including 7,489,044 held in treasury, giving a total of 3,648,271,495 voting rights, and since the start of the $100 million buy-back in December 2024 it has acquired just over 41 million shares, signalling continued capital management efforts that reduce share count and may enhance value for remaining shareholders.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:AAF) stock is a Hold with a £343.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Airtel Africa Plc stock, see the GB:AAF Stock Forecast page.
Spark’s Take on GB:AAF Stock
According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, GB:AAF is a Neutral.
Airtel Africa’s strong earnings call performance and positive technical indicators are offset by financial risks related to high leverage and declining revenue. The stock’s valuation appears high, limiting its attractiveness. While the company shows potential for growth, addressing leverage and revenue challenges is crucial for improving its financial health.
To see Spark’s full report on GB:AAF stock, click here.
More about Airtel Africa Plc
Airtel Africa is a leading telecommunications and mobile money services provider operating in 14 countries across sub-Saharan Africa, offering integrated mobile voice, data and domestic and international mobile money services. The group’s strategy centres on delivering strong customer experience across its footprint to support its broader goal of transforming lives across the continent.
Average Trading Volume: 6,563,128
Technical Sentiment Signal: Buy
Current Market Cap: £13.28B
For detailed information about AAF stock, go to TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.