Ashtead Group Executes Share Buyback as Part of $1.5 Billion Program

Ashtead ( (GB:AHT) ) has shared an update.

Ashtead Group PLC has repurchased 93,050 of its ordinary shares as part of a $1.5 billion share repurchase program. This transaction, executed on December 4, 2025, reflects the company’s ongoing strategy to manage its capital structure and return value to shareholders. The repurchase was conducted at an average price of 4,806.5365 pence per share, with J.P. Morgan Securities plc acting as the broker. Following this transaction, Ashtead holds 33,238,123 shares in treasury, with 418,116,710 shares remaining in issue.

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.

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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 primarily serves the construction, industrial, and homeowner markets, focusing on North America and the United Kingdom.

Average Trading Volume: 966,473

Technical Sentiment Signal: Sell

Current Market Cap: £20.08B

For a thorough assessment of AHT stock, go to TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.