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IG Group Holdings ( (GB:IGG) ) just unveiled an announcement.
IG Group Holdings has continued its share buyback programme, repurchasing 128,339 ordinary shares on 24 February 2026 via Morgan Stanley at a volume-weighted average price of 1,306.29 pence per share. The company plans to hold these shares in treasury, bringing its treasury holding to 26,272,627 shares and leaving 335,285,241 shares in issue.
Since the current buyback instructions were initiated in early September 2025, IG Group has acquired a total of 13,170,390 shares at a cost of about £158.1 million, excluding fees and taxes. The ongoing repurchases indicate continued capital management efforts that may support earnings per share and signal confidence in the firm’s financial position to shareholders.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:IGG) stock is a Buy with a £1496.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on IG Group Holdings stock, see the GB:IGG Stock Forecast page.
Spark’s Take on GB:IGG Stock
According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, GB:IGG is a Outperform.
IG Group Holdings exhibits strong technical indicators and an attractive valuation, which are the most significant factors driving the score. The company’s solid financial performance, despite some challenges in revenue and cash flow growth, supports its stability. The ongoing share buyback program further enhances shareholder value, reflecting positively on the company’s strategic management.
To see Spark’s full report on GB:IGG stock, click here.
More about IG Group Holdings
IG Group Holdings plc is a U.K.-based online trading and investment provider, offering leveraged derivatives such as contracts for difference and spread betting, as well as share dealing services. The company focuses on retail and professional clients seeking access to global financial markets through digital trading platforms.
Average Trading Volume: 987,153
Technical Sentiment Signal: Buy
Current Market Cap: £4.38B
For an in-depth examination of IGG stock, go to TipRanks’ Overview page.