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Imperial Brands Executes Share Repurchase to Enhance Shareholder Value

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  • Imperial Brands repurchased 209,765 shares under its GBP 1.25 billion program.
  • The share cancellation reduces total shares to 819,318,005, affecting shareholder calculations.
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An announcement from Imperial Brands ( (GB:IMB) ) is now available.

Imperial Brands PLC announced the repurchase of 209,765 of its ordinary shares as part of a GBP 1.25 billion share repurchase program. This transaction, executed through Barclays Capital Securities Limited, is part of the company’s strategy to manage its capital structure and enhance shareholder value. The cancellation of these shares will reduce the total number of shares in issue to 819,318,005, impacting shareholder calculations under the Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:IMB) stock is a Hold with a £2100.00 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’ stock is well-positioned for future growth, bolstered by strong financial performance and strategic corporate actions. Its attractive valuation metrics make it appealing, although technical indicators suggest some caution. Moderate leverage is a concern but is outweighed by the company’s robust fundamentals and shareholder-friendly initiatives.

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 cigarettes, cigars, and other tobacco-related products. The company is known for its strong market presence and diverse portfolio of brands catering to various consumer preferences.

Average Trading Volume: 2,593,341

Technical Sentiment Signal: Buy

Current Market Cap: £21.93B

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

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