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The latest update is out from Auto Trader ( (GB:AUTO) ).
Autotrader Group plc has executed a share buyback transaction, repurchasing 625,000 of its ordinary shares for cancellation on 23 February 2026 at an average price of 476.4823 pence, with prices ranging between 471.10 pence and 485.00 pence. Following this move, the company reports 837,143,218 ordinary shares in issue, of which 4,459,624 are held in treasury, leaving 832,683,594 voting rights in circulation to be used by investors for regulatory disclosure calculations.
The transaction, carried out through Deutsche Bank’s Deutsche Numis arm on the London Stock Exchange, forms part of Autotrader’s ongoing buyback programme aimed at actively managing its capital structure. By reducing the free float and consolidating its share base, the company potentially enhances earnings per share and signals confidence in its financial position, while also updating shareholders on the new denominator for FCA transparency and notification thresholds.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:AUTO) stock is a Buy with a £529.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Auto Trader stock, see the GB:AUTO Stock Forecast page.
Spark’s Take on GB:AUTO Stock
According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, GB:AUTO is a Outperform.
Auto Trader’s strong financial performance and strategic share buybacks are significant positives, supporting a stable outlook. However, weak technical indicators and challenges in certain revenue streams slightly temper the overall score.
To see Spark’s full report on GB:AUTO stock, click here.
More about Auto Trader
Autotrader Group plc is a U.K.-based digital automotive marketplace operator, best known for its online platform that connects car buyers with dealers and private sellers. The company focuses on advertising and classified listings for new and used vehicles, serving consumers, dealers, and other industry participants across the British automotive retail market.
Average Trading Volume: 4,558,571
Technical Sentiment Signal: Sell
Current Market Cap: £3.93B
See more data about AUTO stock on TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.