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An announcement from British American Tobacco ( (GB:BATS) ) is now available.
British American Tobacco has announced a new phase in its share buyback programme, commencing on 31 July 2025 and concluding on 15 October 2025, in collaboration with Banco Santander. This initiative aims to reduce the company’s share capital by repurchasing and cancelling up to 220,451,469 shares, as authorized by its shareholders at the 2025 AGM. The buyback is structured to comply with regulatory requirements, ensuring the maximum price paid for shares adheres to specific financial guidelines. This move is expected to impact the company’s financial structure and shareholder value positively.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:BATS) stock is a Hold with a £29.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on British American Tobacco stock, see the GB:BATS Stock Forecast page.
Spark’s Take on GB:BATS Stock
According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, GB:BATS is a Neutral.
British American Tobacco’s stock is supported by strong cash flow and a robust buyback program. Despite challenges in revenue stability and valuation concerns, the company maintains financial resilience and offers an attractive dividend yield, which is appealing for long-term investors.
To see Spark’s full report on GB:BATS stock, click here.
More about British American Tobacco
British American Tobacco is a leading company in the tobacco industry, primarily engaged in the production and sale of cigarettes and other nicotine products. The company focuses on delivering high-quality tobacco products and has a significant market presence globally.
Average Trading Volume: 5,746,201
Technical Sentiment Signal: Buy
Current Market Cap: £85.99B
For a thorough assessment of BATS stock, go to TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.