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Galliford Try ( (GB:GFRD) ) has provided an update.
Galliford Try has continued its previously announced share buyback programme, repurchasing 6,935 ordinary shares on 26 February 2026 through broker Panmure Liberum at a volume-weighted average price of 548.98 pence per share. The company intends to cancel these shares, reflecting an ongoing focus on capital returns and a more efficient balance sheet structure.
Following this latest transaction, Galliford Try has bought back a total of 1,765,102 shares since the start of the programme, leaving 100,517,185 ordinary shares in issue and no shares held in treasury. The updated share count sets a new baseline for voting rights calculations for investors under UK disclosure and transparency rules, marginally increasing existing shareholders’ proportional ownership.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:GFRD) stock is a Buy with a £635.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Galliford Try stock, see the GB:GFRD Stock Forecast page.
Spark’s Take on GB:GFRD Stock
According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, GB:GFRD is a Outperform.
Galliford Try’s overall stock score is driven by strong technical indicators and a solid financial foundation, despite challenges in revenue growth and profit margins. The share buyback program further supports shareholder value, making it an attractive option for investors seeking stability and income.
To see Spark’s full report on GB:GFRD stock, click here.
More about Galliford Try
Galliford Try Holdings plc is a UK-based construction and infrastructure group, operating primarily through building and infrastructure divisions. The company focuses on public and regulated sectors, including education, health, highways, and environment projects, positioning itself as a key contractor in the UK construction and infrastructure market.
Average Trading Volume: 263,977
Technical Sentiment Signal: Buy
Current Market Cap: £543.9M
Learn more about GFRD stock on TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.