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Ashtead ( (GB:AHT) ) has shared an announcement.
Ashtead Group plc announced the repurchase of 81,294 of its ordinary shares as part of its $1.5 billion share repurchase program. This transaction, executed on August 15, 2025, reflects the company’s ongoing efforts to manage its capital structure and enhance shareholder value. The shares were repurchased at an average price of 5,338 pence, with Barclays Bank PLC acting as the broker. Following this transaction, Ashtead holds 26,466,180 ordinary shares in Treasury, with 424,888,653 shares remaining in issue, which stakeholders can use for calculating their interests under the Disclosure and Transparency Rules.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:AHT) stock is a Buy with a £66.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Ashtead stock, see the GB:AHT Stock Forecast page.
Spark’s Take on GB:AHT Stock
According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, GB:AHT is a Outperform.
Ashtead Group’s strong financial performance and robust cash generation capabilities are key strengths, supported by a positive technical outlook. The ongoing share repurchase program further enhances shareholder value. However, leverage risks and challenges in certain market segments slightly temper the overall score.
To see Spark’s full report on GB:AHT stock, click here.
More about Ashtead
Ashtead Group plc operates in the equipment rental industry, providing a wide range of construction and industrial equipment for rent. The company focuses on serving the construction, industrial, and homeowner markets, primarily in the UK and North America.
Average Trading Volume: 836,544
Technical Sentiment Signal: Strong Buy
Current Market Cap: £22.51B
For detailed information about AHT stock, go to TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.