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Liontrust Asset Management ( (GB:LIO) ) has provided an update.
Liontrust Asset Management has continued its share buyback programme by repurchasing 26,641 ordinary shares on 3 March 2026 at a volume-weighted average price of 257.26 pence, with the shares to be cancelled. Following this transaction, the company’s issued share capital stands at 62,136,053 shares, all carrying voting rights, a change that slightly reduces the share count and may affect existing shareholders’ percentage holdings.
The company’s decision to cancel the repurchased shares is consistent with capital management practices aimed at enhancing shareholder value over time. The updated share capital figure will serve as the new reference point for investors when calculating disclosure thresholds under UK transparency rules, ensuring market participants can accurately assess their ownership stakes.
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 managing investment funds and portfolios for a range of clients. The company operates in the asset management industry and is listed in London, with its shares carrying full voting rights and no treasury stock held.
Average Trading Volume: 346,178
Technical Sentiment Signal: Sell
Current Market Cap: £164.8M
For a thorough assessment of LIO stock, go to TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.