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NatWest Group ( (GB:NWG) ) has provided an update.
NatWest Group plc has continued execution of its share buyback programme, repurchasing 805,465 ordinary shares on 5 February 2026 from Merrill Lynch International on the London Stock Exchange at a volume-weighted average price of 664.69 pence per share. The bank plans to cancel the repurchased shares, which will reduce the number of shares in circulation and can enhance earnings per share, leaving 7,986,644,113 ordinary shares in issue (excluding 218,437,184 held in treasury), underscoring ongoing capital return to shareholders and active balance sheet management.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:NWG) stock is a Buy with a £781.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on NatWest Group stock, see the GB:NWG Stock Forecast page.
Spark’s Take on GB:NWG Stock
According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, GB:NWG is a Outperform.
NatWest Group’s overall stock score is driven by strong technical indicators and attractive valuation metrics. The company’s robust earnings call and positive corporate events further bolster its position. However, cash flow volatility remains a concern that slightly tempers the overall score.
To see Spark’s full report on GB:NWG stock, click here.
More about NatWest Group
NatWest Group plc is a major UK-based banking and financial services group, providing retail, commercial and institutional banking services across the UK and internationally, with a focus on lending, deposit-taking, payments and wealth management for individuals, businesses and corporate clients.
Average Trading Volume: 18,385,712
Technical Sentiment Signal: Buy
Current Market Cap: £55.17B
Learn more about NWG stock on TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.