Macfarlane Group Executes Share Buyback, Cancels 40,000 Shares

Macfarlane ( (GB:MACF) ) has shared an announcement.

Macfarlane Group PLC announced the purchase and cancellation of 40,000 ordinary shares as part of its share buyback program, which was initiated in May 2025. This transaction reduces the company’s issued share capital to 158,767,200 ordinary shares, impacting the total voting rights available to shareholders. This strategic move is likely aimed at enhancing shareholder value and optimizing the company’s capital structure.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:MACF) stock is a Buy with a £145.00 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 Neutral.

Macfarlane’s strong valuation metrics and financial performance are offset by bearish technical indicators and lowered profit expectations. The share buyback program is a positive strategic move, but the market challenges require cautious optimism.

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More about Macfarlane

Macfarlane Group PLC, listed on the London Stock Exchange since 1973, is a prominent player in the UK packaging industry with over 70 years of experience. The company operates through two main divisions: Packaging Distribution, which is the leading UK distributor of protective packaging products, and Manufacturing Operations, a market leader in designing and producing protective packaging for high-value and fragile products. Headquartered in Glasgow, Scotland, Macfarlane Group employs over 1,000 people across 43 sites in the UK, Ireland, Germany, and the Netherlands, serving more than 20,000 customers primarily in the UK and Europe.

Average Trading Volume: 445,078

Technical Sentiment Signal: Sell

Current Market Cap: £156.6M

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