Galliford Try Extends Buyback as Share Count Falls to 100.5 Million

Galliford Try ( (GB:GFRD) ) has issued an update.

Galliford Try has continued its share buyback programme, repurchasing 4,936 ordinary 50p shares on 19 February 2026 via broker Panmure Liberum at a volume-weighted average price of 569.38 pence. The company intends to cancel these shares, reflecting an ongoing capital management strategy that reduces the share count and may enhance earnings per share over time.

Since the buyback began in September 2025, Galliford Try has acquired 1,735,885 shares and, after cancellation, will have 100,546,402 ordinary shares in issue with no treasury holdings. This updated share capital figure represents the total voting rights in the company and provides a new reference point for investors assessing disclosure thresholds under U.K. regulatory rules.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:GFRD) stock is a Buy with a £657.00 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.

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More about Galliford Try

Galliford Try Holdings is a U.K.-listed construction and infrastructure group, operating through regional building and infrastructure businesses. The company focuses on public and regulated sectors, delivering projects across transport, environment, and social infrastructure markets, and its shares trade on the London Stock Exchange.

Average Trading Volume: 282,983

Technical Sentiment Signal: Buy

Current Market Cap: £556.6M

See more insights into GFRD stock on TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.