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GlobalData ( (GB:DATA) ) has issued an update.
GlobalData Plc has continued to execute its previously announced share buyback programme, purchasing 100,000 ordinary shares on 18 December 2025 via Investec Bank at prices between 106.50p and 109.00p, with a volume-weighted average price of 107.9557p. The shares bought back will be cancelled, reducing the total number of shares in issue to 765,142,018 and leaving the group with no treasury shares, a move that marginally increases earnings per share and clarifies the new voting rights base for investors tracking their disclosure obligations under UK transparency rules.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DATA) stock is a Hold with a £119.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on GlobalData stock, see the GB:DATA Stock Forecast page.
Spark’s Take on GB:DATA Stock
According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, GB:DATA is a Neutral.
GlobalData’s strong financial performance and strategic corporate events, such as share buybacks and market transition plans, are significant positives. However, technical indicators suggest bearish momentum, and the high P/E ratio indicates overvaluation concerns. The overall score reflects a balanced view of these factors.
To see Spark’s full report on GB:DATA stock, click here.
More about GlobalData
GlobalData Plc is a UK-listed company that provides data, analytics and insights, primarily serving corporate and financial clients that rely on market intelligence to inform strategic and investment decisions.
Average Trading Volume: 2,464,356
Technical Sentiment Signal: Sell
Current Market Cap: £788.8M
See more data about DATA stock on TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.

