IWG Continues Share Buyback, Cancels Additional Shares to Tighten Capital Base

The latest update is out from IWG plc ( (GB:IWG) ).

International Workplace Group plc has repurchased 162,963 of its own ordinary shares on 19 January 2026 under the share buyback authority granted at its 2025 AGM, as part of the buyback programme launched on 31 December 2025. The company intends to cancel these shares, bringing total repurchases under the current programme to 1,854,737 shares and reducing the number of shares in issue to 992,242,425, a move that tightens the share capital base and may enhance earnings per share and capital returns for existing investors.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:IWG) stock is a Hold with a £239.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on IWG plc stock, see the GB:IWG Stock Forecast page.

Spark’s Take on GB:IWG Stock

According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, GB:IWG is a Neutral.

IWG plc’s overall stock score is driven by strong corporate actions through its share buyback program, which enhances shareholder value. However, the high P/E ratio suggests overvaluation, and the company’s high leverage poses a risk to financial stability. Technical indicators are mixed, with no clear trend direction. The company’s financial performance shows improvement, but the high debt levels remain a concern.

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More about IWG plc

International Workplace Group plc (IWG) operates in the flexible workspace and office solutions industry, providing serviced offices, coworking spaces and related workplace services to businesses globally. The company focuses on offering agile, scalable workspace options to corporates, SMEs and entrepreneurs seeking flexible real estate arrangements.

Average Trading Volume: 1,757,712

Technical Sentiment Signal: Buy

Current Market Cap: £2.43B

For an in-depth examination of IWG stock, go to TipRanks’ Overview page.