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Diageo ( (GB:DGE) ) has provided an update.
Diageo has confirmed that as of 28 February 2026 its issued share capital comprised 2,432,425,480 ordinary shares, of which 205,973,302 were held in treasury without voting rights. This leaves a total of 2,226,452,178 voting rights, a key reference figure for shareholders and investors when assessing disclosure obligations and tracking significant changes in ownership under UK transparency rules.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DGE) stock is a Buy with a £23.10 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Diageo stock, see the GB:DGE Stock Forecast page.
Spark’s Take on GB:DGE Stock
According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, GB:DGE is a Neutral.
The score is driven primarily by solid underlying financial performance (growth and operating margins) tempered by margin pressure, high leverage, and weaker free cash flow stability. Technicals are a meaningful drag due to the stock trading below major moving averages, while valuation is moderately supportive, helped by the high dividend yield.
To see Spark’s full report on GB:DGE stock, click here.
More about Diageo
Diageo plc is a global alcoholic beverages group, best known for its portfolio of spirits and beer brands. The company operates primarily in the premium drinks market, supplying products such as whisky, vodka, gin, and beer to consumers worldwide through retail and on-trade channels.
YTD Price Performance: 3.68%
Average Trading Volume: 5,917,012
Technical Sentiment Signal: Strong Sell
Current Market Cap: £36.96B
See more insights into DGE stock on TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.