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J Sainsbury Continues Share Buyback with Purchase and Cancellation of 459,300 Shares

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  • J Sainsbury repurchased 459,300 shares on 8 January 2026 under its ongoing buyback programme.
  • The company will cancel the shares, reducing share count and reinforcing capital returns to investors.
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J Sainsbury Continues Share Buyback with Purchase and Cancellation of 459,300 Shares

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

J Sainsbury plc has executed another tranche of its existing share buyback programme, repurchasing 459,300 ordinary shares on 8 January 2026 through broker BNP Paribas at a volume-weighted average price of 326.5285 pence per share. The company plans to cancel the repurchased shares, a move that will reduce its share count and can enhance earnings per share, signalling continued capital return to shareholders and confidence in its financial position within a competitive UK retail market.

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 a leading UK-based grocery and general merchandise retailer, operating supermarkets and convenience stores with a focus on food, household goods and related services for consumers across the country.

Average Trading Volume: 7,221,883

Technical Sentiment Signal: Strong Buy

Current Market Cap: £7.42B

For detailed information about SBRY stock, go to TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.

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