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Ashtead ( (GB:AHT) ) just unveiled an update.
Ashtead Group PLC, a company involved in equipment rental, announced the repurchase of 98,000 of its ordinary shares as part of its $1.5 billion share repurchase program. This transaction, conducted on November 19, 2025, was facilitated by J.P. Morgan Securities plc, with an average price of 4,604.4267 pence per share. Following this purchase, the company has 419,166,877 ordinary shares in issue, excluding treasury shares, and holds 32,187,956 shares in treasury. This strategic move is part of Ashtead’s ongoing efforts to optimize its capital structure and enhance shareholder value.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:AHT) stock is a Sell with a £4600.00 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 overall stock score reflects strong financial performance and positive earnings call guidance, which are the most significant factors. The technical analysis presents mixed signals, with short-term bearish momentum but longer-term bullish trends. Valuation is fair, with a reasonable P/E ratio and modest dividend yield. Operational challenges noted in the earnings call could impact future performance, but the company’s strategic initiatives and market expansion efforts are promising.
To see Spark’s full report on GB:AHT stock, click here.
More about Ashtead
Average Trading Volume: 882,727
Technical Sentiment Signal: Sell
Current Market Cap: £19.97B
See more insights into AHT stock on TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.