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Ashtead ( (GB:AHT) ) has issued an announcement.
Ashtead Group PLC announced the repurchase of 92,796 of its ordinary shares as part of its $1.5 billion share repurchase program. This transaction, executed on December 9, 2025, reflects the company’s ongoing strategy to manage its capital structure and return value to shareholders. The repurchase was conducted through J.P. Morgan Securities plc, with the average price per share being 4,806.4092 pence. Following this transaction, the company holds 33,517,124 shares in treasury, and the remaining number of ordinary shares in issue is 417,837,709.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:AHT) stock is a Buy with a £6000.00 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 guidance are significant strengths, supporting a stable outlook. However, technical indicators suggest potential bearish momentum, and operational challenges noted in the earnings call could impact future performance. The valuation is fair, with a moderate dividend yield providing some income potential.
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 primarily serves the construction, industrial, and homeowner markets, focusing on North America and the United Kingdom.
Average Trading Volume: 987,268
Technical Sentiment Signal: Hold
Current Market Cap: £20.08B
See more insights into AHT stock on TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.