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Liontrust Asset Management ( (GB:LIO) ) has shared an update.
Liontrust Asset Management has continued to execute on its previously announced share buyback programme, repurchasing 48,289 ordinary shares between 15 and 17 April 2026 at prices ranging from 254p to 260p. The company plans to cancel these shares, reducing its share count and signalling an ongoing commitment to capital return and balance-sheet efficiency.
Following the cancellation of the repurchased stock, Liontrust’s issued share capital will stand at 61,544,995 ordinary shares, all of which carry voting rights and none of which are held in treasury. The updated share count will be used by investors for calculating regulatory disclosure thresholds, underscoring the buyback’s implications for shareholder voting power and reporting obligations under UK transparency rules.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:LIO) stock is a Sell with a £235.00 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 UK, focusing on managing investment funds for a broad range of clients. The company operates in the asset management industry, offering actively managed strategies and listed ordinary shares that trade on the London market, giving investors exposure to its portfolio management expertise.
Average Trading Volume: 261,366
Technical Sentiment Signal: Sell
Current Market Cap: £154.8M
For detailed information about LIO stock, go to TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.