Centrica Advances Share Buyback Program with Latest Purchase

An update from Centrica ( (GB:CNA) ) is now available.

Centrica plc has announced the purchase of 1,155,019 of its own ordinary shares at a price of 168.8213 pence per share, as part of its ongoing share buyback program. This acquisition is part of the second tranche of the buyback initiative, which began on 22 September 2025, and is aimed at optimizing the company’s capital structure. As a result of this transaction, Centrica now holds 455,527,869 shares in treasury, with 4,645,079,345 shares remaining in circulation. This move is expected to enhance shareholder value and reflects Centrica’s strategic focus on returning capital to shareholders.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:CNA) stock is a Buy with a £198.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Centrica stock, see the GB:CNA Stock Forecast page.

Spark’s Take on GB:CNA Stock

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

Centrica’s overall stock score is driven by its improved financial performance and positive technical indicators. However, the negative P/E ratio and historical volatility in financial metrics suggest caution. The dividend yield adds some value, but the lack of earnings call data and notable corporate events limits further insights.

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

More about Centrica

Centrica plc operates in the energy sector, primarily focusing on providing electricity and gas services. The company is a significant player in the UK energy market, offering a range of services including energy supply, services, and solutions to both residential and business customers.

Average Trading Volume: 22,600,350

Technical Sentiment Signal: Buy

Current Market Cap: £7.74B

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