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J Sainsbury plc ( (GB:SBRY) ) has shared an announcement.
J Sainsbury plc has repurchased 646,700 of its ordinary shares on 13 January 2026 through broker BNP Paribas, paying between 307.2p and 311.4p per share at a volume-weighted average price of 309.2453p, as part of its existing share buyback programme initiated in November 2025. The company intends to cancel the repurchased shares, a move that will reduce the total number of shares in issue and can enhance earnings per share and capital returns for investors, underscoring management’s ongoing focus on shareholder value within the UK retail sector.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:SBRY) stock is a Buy with a £3.60 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 one of the UK’s largest supermarket and grocery retailers, operating a nationwide chain of stores and related retail services focused on food, general merchandise and everyday consumer goods for UK households.
Average Trading Volume: 7,644,214
Technical Sentiment Signal: Buy
Current Market Cap: £6.95B
See more data about SBRY stock on TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.