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Future plc Cancels Further Shares After January Buyback

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Future plc Cancels Further Shares After January Buyback

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An update from Future plc ( (GB:FUTR) ) is now available.

Future plc has continued its share buyback programme, purchasing 32,464 ordinary shares on 12 January 2026 at prices ranging between 511p and 524p per share, with an average price of 518.6215p, through ABN AMRO Bank N.V. The company intends to cancel these shares, bringing total repurchases since 15 December 2025 to 453,614 shares at a total cost of about £2.4 million and reducing the number of ordinary shares in issue to 95,136,058, a move that effectively returns capital to shareholders and increases earnings per share for remaining investors.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:FUTR) stock is a Hold with a £654.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Future plc stock, see the GB:FUTR Stock Forecast page.

Spark’s Take on GB:FUTR Stock

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

Future plc’s overall stock score reflects a mix of challenges and opportunities. The most significant factor is the financial performance, which is under pressure due to declining revenue and profitability. Technical analysis indicates bearish momentum, further impacting the score. However, the valuation suggests the stock may be undervalued, and strategic initiatives discussed in the earnings call provide some optimism for future growth. Addressing revenue growth and profitability will be key to improving the stock’s outlook.

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

More about Future plc

Future plc is a UK-listed media group that publishes specialist magazines and digital content, and operates online platforms serving consumer and B2B audiences across niches such as technology, gaming, music, and lifestyle. The company’s business model is focused on multi-platform content, e-commerce, and events, with a strong emphasis on digital growth and audience monetisation in international markets.

Average Trading Volume: 655,872

Technical Sentiment Signal: Sell

Current Market Cap: £488.2M

Learn more about FUTR stock on TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.

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