Bunzl North America CEO Buys Shares Through Employee Stock Plan

Bunzl plc ( (GB:BNZL) ) has issued an announcement.

Bunzl plc has disclosed that James McCool, its Chief Executive Officer for North America, has acquired 53 ordinary shares in the company through a non-discretionary purchase under the Bunzl Employee Stock Purchase Plan in the U.S. The transaction, executed on 3 February 2026 on the London Stock Exchange’s Main Market at a price of $24.587 per share, underscores ongoing executive participation in the company’s equity schemes, aligning regional leadership’s interests with shareholders and reinforcing long-term incentive structures within the group.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:BNZL) stock is a Hold with a £2350.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Bunzl plc stock, see the GB:BNZL Stock Forecast page.

Spark’s Take on GB:BNZL Stock

According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, GB:BNZL is a Neutral.

Bunzl plc’s overall stock score reflects solid financial performance and positive corporate events, such as share buybacks and strategic acquisitions. However, technical analysis indicates a bearish trend, and mixed earnings call sentiment suggests caution. The stock’s valuation is fair, with an attractive dividend yield providing additional support.

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More about Bunzl plc

Bunzl plc is a UK-listed specialist distribution and outsourcing group that supplies a broad range of non-food consumables, including packaging, hygiene, and safety products, to businesses across sectors such as grocery, foodservice, healthcare, and industry. The company operates internationally, with a significant presence in North America, where it serves customers through tailored supply chain and procurement solutions.

Average Trading Volume: 968,592

Technical Sentiment Signal: Sell

Current Market Cap: £6.6B

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