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Legal & General Executes Share Buyback Program

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  • Legal & General repurchased 2,000,000 shares as part of its buyback program.
  • The repurchased shares will be canceled, reducing total shares and enhancing shareholder value.
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Legal & General Executes Share Buyback Program

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Legal & General ( (GB:LGEN) ) has issued an update.

Legal & General Group Plc has repurchased 2,000,000 of its ordinary shares as part of its share buyback program announced earlier in March 2025. This move, executed through Barclays Capital Securities Limited, will result in the cancellation of these shares, reducing the total number of shares in circulation and potentially enhancing shareholder value by increasing earnings per share.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:LGEN) stock is a Hold with a £275.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Legal & General stock, see the GB:LGEN Stock Forecast page.

Spark’s Take on GB:LGEN Stock

According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, GB:LGEN is a Neutral.

Legal & General’s overall stock score is primarily influenced by its strong technical indicators and positive corporate events, which suggest confidence in future growth and shareholder value enhancement. However, significant financial performance challenges and a high P/E ratio weigh down the score, indicating potential risks that need addressing.

To see Spark’s full report on GB:LGEN stock, click here.

More about Legal & General

Legal & General Group Plc operates in the financial services industry, focusing on insurance, investment management, and retirement solutions. The company serves a wide range of clients, including individuals, businesses, and institutions, with a strong presence in the UK market.

Average Trading Volume: 18,326,904

Technical Sentiment Signal: Buy

Current Market Cap: £14.38B

See more data about LGEN stock on TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.

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