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GlobalData ( (GB:DATA) ) has provided an update.
GlobalData Plc has continued to execute its share buyback programme, purchasing 211,395 ordinary shares on 19 January 2026 at prices between 117.50p and 119.00p, with a weighted average price of 118.7739p. The company will cancel these shares, reducing the number of ordinary shares in issue to 763,592,526 and leaving no shares held in treasury, a move that marginally enhances earnings per share and adjusts total voting rights, providing an updated denominator for investors monitoring their notifiable stakes under UK transparency rules.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DATA) stock is a Hold with a £131.00 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 to clients across industries, with its shares traded on the London Stock Exchange’s main market (XLON) and AIM (AIMX). The group’s shareholder base is subject to the UK’s Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules, which govern reporting of significant holdings and changes in voting rights.
Average Trading Volume: 2,271,234
Technical Sentiment Signal: Sell
Current Market Cap: £887.2M
For an in-depth examination of DATA stock, go to TipRanks’ Overview page.