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GlobalData Tightens Share Base with Further Buyback and Cancellation

Story Highlights
  • GlobalData repurchased 46,824 shares on 29 December under its ongoing buyback programme.
  • Cancelled shares cut the float to 764.9 million and slightly enhance shareholder value and voting clarity.
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GlobalData Tightens Share Base with Further Buyback and Cancellation

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The latest update is out from GlobalData ( (GB:DATA) ).

GlobalData Plc has continued to execute its recently launched share buyback programme, repurchasing 46,824 ordinary shares on 29 December 2025 at prices between 109.5p and 111.0p per share, with a volume‑weighted average price of 110.1599p. The company will cancel these shares, reducing the total number of ordinary shares in issue to 764,865,532 and confirming that it holds no treasury shares, a move that marginally enhances earnings per share and clarifies the updated voting rights base for investors assessing 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 information services company that provides data, analytics and insights to clients across sectors including healthcare, consumer, technology and financial services. Its subscription-based intelligence platforms and research services target corporate, financial and professional customers seeking market data and industry analysis to inform strategic and investment decisions.

Average Trading Volume: 2,418,215

Technical Sentiment Signal: Sell

Current Market Cap: £806.9M

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

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