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J Sainsbury plc ( (GB:SBRY) ) has issued an update.
J Sainsbury plc has repurchased 458,000 of its ordinary shares on 5 January 2026 as part of its ongoing share buyback programme, paying between 325.00p and 330.20p per share at a volume-weighted average price of 327.4444p. The company intends to cancel the repurchased shares, a move that will reduce the number of shares in circulation and may enhance earnings per share and shareholder value, underlining management’s continued commitment to capital returns within the framework of its existing buyback mandate.
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 one of the UK’s largest supermarket chains, operating in the food retail sector with a broad offering of groceries and general merchandise through its stores and online channels, primarily serving UK consumers in a highly competitive retail market.
Average Trading Volume: 7,535,264
Technical Sentiment Signal: Strong Buy
Current Market Cap: £7.32B
For detailed information about SBRY stock, go to TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.