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Lloyds Banking ( (LYG) ) has issued an announcement.
On July 8, 2025, Lloyds Banking Group announced the purchase of 6,326,421 of its ordinary shares as part of its ongoing share buyback program. The shares were acquired from Morgan Stanley & Co. International plc, with prices ranging from 75.3600 to 76.0400 pence per share. This transaction is part of a strategy to manage the company’s capital structure and potentially enhance shareholder value by reducing the number of shares outstanding.
The most recent analyst rating on (LYG) stock is a Hold with a $2.84 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Lloyds Banking stock, see the LYG Stock Forecast page.
Spark’s Take on LYG Stock
According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, LYG is a Outperform.
Lloyds Banking Group’s overall stock score reflects a strong earnings call performance and positive technical signals, which are slightly offset by mixed financial performance and valuation metrics. The company’s strategic initiatives and focus on returning value to shareholders are significant strengths, although challenges in revenue growth and cash flow management present notable risks.
To see Spark’s full report on LYG stock, click here.
More about Lloyds Banking
Lloyds Banking Group plc is a major financial institution in the United Kingdom, providing a wide range of banking and financial services. The company focuses on retail and commercial banking, insurance, and wealth management, catering primarily to the UK market.
Average Trading Volume: 23,636,637
Technical Sentiment Signal: Buy
Current Market Cap: $61.68B
For an in-depth examination of LYG stock, go to TipRanks’ Overview page.