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An update from Ashtead ( (GB:AHT) ) is now available.
Ashtead Group PLC, a company involved in a share repurchase program, announced the purchase of 78,091 of its ordinary shares at an average price of 5,556.9119 pence per share on September 9, 2025. This transaction is part of its up to $1.5 billion share repurchase initiative, initially announced in December 2024. The repurchase reduces the number of ordinary shares in issue to 423,619,759, excluding treasury shares, and positions the company to potentially enhance shareholder value and optimize its capital structure.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:AHT) stock is a Buy with a £6319.00 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’s strong financial performance and positive earnings call guidance are the primary drivers of its stock score. While technical indicators show positive momentum, the stock is nearing overbought levels, which could pose a risk. Valuation metrics suggest the stock is fairly valued, with a modest dividend yield. Addressing operational challenges will be crucial for maintaining profitability.
To see Spark’s full report on GB:AHT stock, click here.
More about Ashtead
Average Trading Volume: 832,544
Technical Sentiment Signal: Strong Buy
Current Market Cap: £23.68B
Learn more about AHT stock on TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.