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Imperial Brands Executes Share Buyback, Reducing Share Count

Story Highlights
  • Imperial Brands repurchased 210,000 shares at an average price of GBp 3,041.7971.
  • The share buyback reduces the total shares to 820,690,848, affecting shareholder calculations.
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Imperial Brands ( (GB:IMB) ) has provided an update.

Imperial Brands PLC has executed a share repurchase transaction, buying back 210,000 of its ordinary shares at an average price of GBp 3,041.7971 per share, as part of its GBP 1.25 billion share repurchase program. This move, conducted through Barclays Capital Securities Limited, will reduce the total number of shares in circulation to 820,690,848, potentially impacting shareholder calculations and interests under regulatory guidelines.

Spark’s Take on GB:IMB Stock

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

Imperial Brands receives a strong overall score due to its robust financial performance, characterized by significant revenue growth and efficient cash management. The stock benefits from positive technical indicators and attractive valuation metrics, including a low P/E ratio and high dividend yield. Strategic share buybacks further enhance shareholder value, though moderate leverage remains a consideration. Overall, the stock is well-positioned for future growth and offers good return potential.

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 and related products. The company is a major player in the global market, providing a wide range of products including cigarettes, cigars, and smokeless tobacco.

Average Trading Volume: 2,498,080

Technical Sentiment Signal: Buy

Current Market Cap: £25.86B

See more insights into IMB stock on TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.

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