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Ashtead ( (GB:AHT) ) has issued an update.
Ashtead Group PLC, a company involved in share repurchase programs, announced the buyback of 94,600 of its ordinary shares at an average price of 4,773.9199 pence per share on 17 November 2025. This transaction is part of its ongoing $1.5 billion share repurchase initiative, which was initially announced in December 2024. The repurchase reduces the number of shares in circulation and can potentially increase shareholder value by boosting earnings per share. The company now holds 31,995,301 ordinary shares in treasury, with 419,359,532 shares remaining in issue, which may affect shareholder calculations under the Disclosure and Transparency Rules.
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: 880,185
Technical Sentiment Signal: Hold
Current Market Cap: £20.12B
For a thorough assessment of AHT stock, go to TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.