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Liontrust Cancels 37,306 Shares in Ongoing Buyback Programme

Story Highlights
  • Liontrust repurchased 37,306 shares at an average 251.28p under its ongoing buyback programme.
  • Cancellation of the shares reduces total capital to 62,069,639, slightly boosting existing holders’ stakes and updating FCA disclosure thresholds.
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Liontrust Cancels 37,306 Shares in Ongoing Buyback Programme

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The latest update is out from Liontrust Asset Management ( (GB:LIO) ).

Liontrust Asset Management has continued its previously announced share buyback programme by purchasing 37,306 of its ordinary shares on 6 March 2026 at a volume-weighted average price of 251.28 pence per share, with the shares to be cancelled. Following this latest transaction, Liontrust’s issued share capital now comprises 62,069,639 ordinary shares with voting rights, a reduction that marginally enhances existing shareholders’ proportional ownership and provides an updated reference point for disclosure thresholds under FCA transparency rules.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:LIO) stock is a Hold with a £242.00 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 that offers a range of investment funds and portfolio management services to institutional and retail clients. The company focuses on active fund management across multiple asset classes and seeks to create long-term value for shareholders through disciplined capital allocation and shareholder return policies.

Average Trading Volume: 343,096

Technical Sentiment Signal: Sell

Current Market Cap: £152.7M

See more insights into LIO stock on TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.

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