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Liontrust Cancels 34,430 Shares in Ongoing Buyback Programme

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  • Liontrust repurchased 34,430 shares under its buyback programme at an average 241.61p.
  • Cancellation of the shares cuts issued capital to 61,794,704 voting shares for FCA calculations.
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Liontrust Cancels 34,430 Shares in Ongoing Buyback Programme

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Liontrust Asset Management ( (GB:LIO) ) just unveiled an update.

Liontrust Asset Management has continued its share buyback programme by purchasing 34,430 ordinary shares on 24 March 2026 at a volume-weighted average price of 241.61 pence, with prices ranging between 237.50p and 245.00p. The acquired shares will be cancelled, reducing the company’s total issued share capital to 61,794,704 shares, all of which carry voting rights and form the new baseline for regulatory disclosure thresholds under the FCA’s transparency rules.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:LIO) stock is a Hold with a £251.00 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 UK-based fund management group specialising in managing investment funds for institutional and retail clients. The company focuses on active portfolio management across a range of asset classes and strategies, positioning itself within the competitive asset and wealth management industry.

Average Trading Volume: 343,326

Technical Sentiment Signal: Sell

Current Market Cap: £149M

Learn more about LIO stock on TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.

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