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Johnson Matthey ( (GB:JMAT) ) has issued an announcement.
Johnson Matthey chair Andrew Cosslett has purchased 5,136 ordinary shares in the company on the London Stock Exchange, paying £19.3709 per share in a transaction valued at £99,488.94. The on-market purchase increases the chair’s personal stake in the FTSE-listed chemicals group, a move investors may interpret as a signal of confidence in the company’s prospects and current valuation.
The transaction was executed on 24 February 2026 in London and was disclosed under rules governing dealings by persons discharging managerial responsibilities. Such director dealings are closely watched by shareholders and analysts, as they can provide additional insight into management’s view of the firm’s strategic direction and future performance.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:JMAT) stock is a Hold with a £2419.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Johnson Matthey stock, see the GB:JMAT Stock Forecast page.
Spark’s Take on GB:JMAT Stock
According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, GB:JMAT is a Neutral.
Johnson Matthey’s overall stock score reflects a mixed financial performance with significant operational improvements and strategic initiatives. While technical indicators and valuation metrics present challenges, positive earnings call sentiment and corporate events provide a more optimistic outlook.
To see Spark’s full report on GB:JMAT stock, click here.
More about Johnson Matthey
Johnson Matthey is a UK-based specialty chemicals company listed on the London Stock Exchange, focusing on advanced materials, catalysts and sustainable technologies. Its products support sectors including automotive, chemicals and clean energy, where it provides solutions aimed at improving emissions performance and enabling the energy transition.
Average Trading Volume: 402,487
Technical Sentiment Signal: Buy
Current Market Cap: £3.86B
Find detailed analytics on JMAT stock on TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.