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Barclays PLC Announces Share Buy-Back and Cancellation

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Barclays PLC Announces Share Buy-Back and Cancellation

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Barclays ( (GB:BARC) ) just unveiled an announcement.

Barclays PLC announced the purchase and cancellation of 1,859,000 of its ordinary shares as part of a buy-back program initiated in February 2025. This move reduces the company’s issued share capital to 14,234,880,533 shares, potentially impacting shareholder calculations under FCA rules. The buy-back program reflects Barclays’ strategy to manage its capital structure and return value to shareholders.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:BARC) stock is a Buy with a £2.70 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Barclays stock, see the GB:BARC Stock Forecast page.

Spark’s Take on GB:BARC Stock

According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, GB:BARC is a Outperform.

Barclays scores well due to its strong financial health, characterized by robust growth and liquidity, and strategic corporate actions enhancing shareholder value. The stock is attractively valued, supporting its investment case. However, technical analysis advises caution due to potential overbought conditions, and some operational challenges remain.

To see Spark’s full report on GB:BARC stock, click here.

More about Barclays

Barclays PLC is a major global financial services provider engaged in retail banking, credit cards, corporate and investment banking, and wealth management with a strong presence in the UK and the US. The company focuses on delivering innovative financial solutions and services to its clients worldwide.

Average Trading Volume: 54,298,991

Technical Sentiment Signal: Buy

Current Market Cap: £46.65B

For a thorough assessment of BARC stock, go to TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.

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