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The latest announcement is out from Macfarlane ( (GB:MACF) ).
Macfarlane Group PLC has continued its previously announced share buyback programme with the purchase and cancellation of 40,000 ordinary shares on 30 January 2026 at a price of 71.705 pence per share, executed via Shore Capital Stockbrokers. Following this transaction, the company’s issued share capital stands at 157,074,491 ordinary shares, all carrying voting rights, clarifying the new total voting rights figure for shareholders monitoring their disclosure thresholds under FCA transparency rules and underlining the group’s active capital management strategy.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:MACF) stock is a Hold with a £74.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Macfarlane stock, see the GB:MACF Stock Forecast page.
Spark’s Take on GB:MACF Stock
According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, GB:MACF is a Outperform.
Macfarlane’s strong financial performance and attractive valuation are significant positives. However, technical indicators suggest bearish momentum, and recent corporate events highlight potential risks. The company’s ability to manage these challenges will be crucial for future performance.
To see Spark’s full report on GB:MACF stock, click here.
More about Macfarlane
Macfarlane Group PLC, listed on the London Stock Exchange since 1973, is a long-established player in the UK packaging industry with over 70 years’ experience. Through its Packaging Distribution and Manufacturing Operations divisions, the Glasgow-headquartered company supplies high-quality protective packaging products and design services for high-value and fragile items, serving more than 20,000 customers across sectors such as retail e-commerce, consumer goods, food, logistics, electronics, defence, medical, automotive and aerospace, primarily in the UK and Europe.
Average Trading Volume: 283,116
Technical Sentiment Signal: Sell
Current Market Cap: £112.9M
Find detailed analytics on MACF stock on TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.