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The latest announcement is out from Liontrust Asset Management ( (GB:LIO) ).
Liontrust Asset Management has continued to execute its share buyback programme, purchasing 94,913 ordinary shares on 20 January 2026 at a volume-weighted average price of 255.64p per share, with the shares to be cancelled. Following this transaction, Liontrust’s issued share capital stands at 62,677,951 shares, all carrying voting rights, a reduction that marginally enhances earnings per share for existing investors and may signal management’s confidence in the company’s valuation, while also updating the free float figure used by shareholders for regulatory disclosure thresholds.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:LIO) stock is a Hold with a £3.15 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, offering a range of investment funds and portfolio management services to institutional and retail clients. The company focuses on active asset management and is listed in London, where its shares trade on the main market.
Average Trading Volume: 375,498
Technical Sentiment Signal: Sell
Current Market Cap: £160.5M
For a thorough assessment of LIO stock, go to TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.