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J Sainsbury Buys Back and Cancels 615,500 Shares Under Ongoing Programme

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J Sainsbury Buys Back and Cancels 615,500 Shares Under Ongoing Programme

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J Sainsbury plc ( (GB:SBRY) ) has provided an update.

J Sainsbury plc has repurchased 615,500 of its ordinary shares on 29 December 2025 through BNP Paribas, paying between 323.2p and 326.6p per share at a volume-weighted average price of 324.9068p. The buyback, executed under its existing share repurchase programme initiated in November 2025, will see all of the acquired shares cancelled, tightening the company’s share capital and potentially enhancing earnings per share for investors while signalling continued management confidence in the business.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:SBRY) stock is a Hold with a £330.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on J Sainsbury plc stock, see the GB:SBRY Stock Forecast page.

Spark’s Take on GB:SBRY Stock

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

J Sainsbury plc’s overall stock score reflects solid financial performance and strategic initiatives that enhance shareholder value. However, technical indicators suggest caution, and valuation metrics indicate potential overvaluation. The company’s strong earnings call and active share buyback program are positive factors, but regulatory costs and market challenges remain concerns.

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

More about J Sainsbury plc

J Sainsbury plc is a leading UK-based food and grocery retailer, operating supermarkets and convenience stores alongside general merchandise and clothing ranges. The group competes in the highly competitive British retail sector, focusing on value, quality and convenient locations to serve a broad consumer base across the country.

Average Trading Volume: 7,577,737

Technical Sentiment Signal: Strong Buy

Current Market Cap: £7.22B

See more data about SBRY stock on TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.

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