Liontrust Cancels 20,609 Shares Under Ongoing Buyback Programme

Liontrust Asset Management ( (GB:LIO) ) has shared an update.

Liontrust Asset Management has continued to execute its previously announced share buyback programme, purchasing 20,609 ordinary shares at a volume-weighted average price of 247.80 pence on 2 April 2026, with the shares to be cancelled. Following this transaction, Liontrust’s issued share capital stands at 61,684,486 shares, all carrying voting rights, a figure shareholders can use to assess disclosure thresholds under FCA transparency rules.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:LIO) stock is a Hold with a £252.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Liontrust Asset Management stock, see the GB:LIO Stock Forecast page.

Spark’s Take on LIO Stock

According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, LIO is a Neutral.

Liontrust Asset Management’s overall stock score is driven by its strong valuation metrics, including a low P/E ratio and high dividend yield, which suggest potential undervaluation. However, bearish technical indicators and challenges in financial performance, such as declining revenue and free cash flow, weigh on the score. The company’s strategic corporate actions, like share buybacks, provide some positive outlook but are not included in the weighted calculation.

To see Spark’s full report on LIO stock, click here.

More about Liontrust Asset Management

Liontrust Asset Management is an independent fund management group based in the U.K., focusing on managing investment funds for a range of clients. The company operates in the asset management industry and its shares are listed on the London market, where it actively manages its capital structure through mechanisms such as share buyback programmes.

Average Trading Volume: 301,439

Technical Sentiment Signal: Sell

Current Market Cap: £152.3M

For an in-depth examination of LIO stock, go to TipRanks’ Overview page.