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Ashtead ( (GB:AHT) ) has provided an announcement.
Ashtead Group PLC, a prominent player in the equipment rental industry, has announced the repurchase of 98,133 of its ordinary shares as part of its $1.5 billion share repurchase program. This transaction, executed on November 21, 2025, was facilitated by J.P. Morgan Securities plc, with the average price per share being 4,653.3008 pence. Following this transaction, the total number of ordinary shares in issue, excluding treasury shares, stands at 418,970,045. This strategic move is expected to enhance shareholder value and reflects the company’s strong financial position.
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: 911,651
Technical Sentiment Signal: Hold
Current Market Cap: £19.68B
Find detailed analytics on AHT stock on TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.