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Imperial Brands Executes Share Buyback as Part of Capital Management Strategy

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  • Imperial Brands repurchased 148,634 shares as part of a GBP 1.25 billion buyback.
  • The repurchase reduces shares in issue to 812,866,084, impacting share value and market perception.
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Imperial Brands Executes Share Buyback as Part of Capital Management Strategy

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Imperial Brands ( (GB:IMB) ) has issued an update.

Imperial Brands PLC has repurchased 148,634 of its ordinary shares as part of its GBP 1.25 billion share repurchase programme, which was announced in October 2024. The shares were bought at an average price of GBp 2,865.7359 and will be cancelled, reducing the total number of shares in issue to 812,866,084. This move is likely to impact the company’s share value and market perception, as it reflects a strategic decision to manage capital and potentially enhance shareholder value.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:IMB) stock is a Hold with a £2400.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Imperial Brands stock, see the GB:IMB Stock Forecast page.

Spark’s Take on GB:IMB Stock

According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, GB:IMB is a Outperform.

Imperial Brands’ strong valuation metrics and robust financial performance are major positive factors. The company’s high dividend yield and strategic share buybacks further enhance its attractiveness. However, mixed technical indicators and moderate leverage pose potential risks.

To see Spark’s full report on GB:IMB stock, click here.

More about Imperial Brands

Imperial Brands PLC operates in the tobacco industry, primarily focusing on the manufacture and sale of tobacco products and related services. The company is a major player in the global market, known for its wide range of cigarette and tobacco brands.

Average Trading Volume: 2,427,061

Technical Sentiment Signal: Strong Buy

Current Market Cap: £23.13B

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

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