Liontrust Cancels Newly Repurchased Shares Under Ongoing Buyback

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

Liontrust Asset Management has continued its share buyback programme, repurchasing 12,640 ordinary shares on 20 February 2026 at a volume-weighted average price of 248.08p, with the shares to be cancelled. Following this transaction, Liontrust’s issued share capital stands at 62,226,255 shares, all carrying voting rights, providing an updated reference point for shareholders monitoring disclosure thresholds under UK 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 fund management group based in the UK, focusing on actively managed investment funds for a range of clients. The company operates in the asset management industry, providing portfolio management and related investment services to institutional and retail investors.

Average Trading Volume: 386,425

Technical Sentiment Signal: Sell

Current Market Cap: £153.5M

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