J Sainsbury Continues Share Buyback with Purchase and Cancellation of 616,500 Shares

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

J Sainsbury plc has repurchased 616,500 of its ordinary shares on 18 December 2025 as part of its ongoing share buyback programme, with prices ranging between 320.2p and 327.4p per share and a volume-weighted average price of 324.4071p. The company intends to cancel the repurchased shares, which will reduce its share count and can enhance earnings per share and capital returns for existing shareholders, underscoring continued execution of its capital allocation strategy within the UK retail sector.

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.

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More about J Sainsbury plc

J Sainsbury plc is a major UK-based grocery and general merchandise retailer, operating supermarkets and convenience stores with a focus on food, household goods and related services. The company serves a broad consumer market across the United Kingdom, competing with other large supermarket chains in a highly competitive retail environment.

Average Trading Volume: 7,033,711

Technical Sentiment Signal: Strong Buy

Current Market Cap: £7.24B

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