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The latest update is out from Auto Trader ( (GB:AUTO) ).
Autotrader Group plc has repurchased and cancelled 1,227,636 ordinary shares between 13 and 17 April 2026, at volume-weighted average prices ranging from about 471p to 509p per share, as part of its ongoing share buyback programme executed via Merrill Lynch International. Following these transactions, the company has 823,934,796 shares in issue, 4,402,473 shares held in treasury and 819,532,323 voting rights outstanding, marginally enhancing earnings per share and tightening the free float for existing shareholders.
The updated share count and voting rights figure will serve as the new denominator for investors assessing disclosure thresholds under the FCA’s transparency rules. The buyback underlines management’s continued capital-return strategy, signalling confidence in the business and potentially supporting the share price by reducing the stock’s overall supply.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:AUTO) stock is a Hold with a £526.00 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 AUTO Stock
According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, 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 AUTO stock, click here.
More about Auto Trader
Autotrader Group plc operates in the automotive marketplace, focusing on digital platforms that connect car buyers and sellers. The company’s primary services include online vehicle listings and related automotive retail solutions, serving both consumers and trade customers across the U.K. market.
Average Trading Volume: 5,359,067
Technical Sentiment Signal: Sell
Current Market Cap: £4.06B
For an in-depth examination of AUTO stock, go to TipRanks’ Overview page.