Liontrust Cancels 22,248 Shares Under Ongoing Buyback Programme

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

Liontrust Asset Management has executed a small share buyback as part of its previously announced programme, purchasing 22,248 ordinary shares on 5 February 2026 at a volume-weighted average price of 235.85 pence per share, with the shares to be cancelled. Following this transaction, Liontrust’s issued share capital stands at 62,402,808 shares, all carrying voting rights, a change that marginally reduces the number of shares in circulation and may slightly enhance earnings per share while providing an updated reference point for shareholders assessing disclosure and transparency thresholds.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:LIO) stock is a Hold with a £248.00 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 GB:LIO Stock

According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, GB: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 GB:LIO stock, click here.

More about Liontrust Asset Management

Liontrust Asset Management is an independent UK-based fund management group, providing investment management services and products to individual and institutional investors, with a focus on actively managed funds across various asset classes.

Average Trading Volume: 388,667

Technical Sentiment Signal: Sell

Current Market Cap: £145.9M

For a thorough assessment of LIO stock, go to TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.