NatWest Group Initiates £750 Million Share Buyback Program

An announcement from NatWest Group ( (GB:NWG) ) is now available.

NatWest Group plc has announced the commencement of a share buyback program, aiming to repurchase up to £750 million worth of ordinary shares to reduce its issued share capital. The program, which will run from July 28, 2025, to no later than March 13, 2026, is conducted under the authority granted by shareholders and will be executed by Merrill Lynch International. This strategic move is expected to enhance shareholder value by decreasing the number of shares in circulation, potentially improving earnings per share and signaling confidence in the company’s financial health.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:NWG) stock is a Buy with a £4.00 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 of 71 is driven by a stable financial position and strong recent performance, particularly in income growth and strategic acquisitions. The low P/E ratio suggests potential undervaluation, while the high dividend yield attracts income investors. However, cash flow volatility and potential economic uncertainties pose risks. The technical analysis indicates a positive trend, but caution is advised due to near overbought conditions.

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More about NatWest Group

NatWest Group plc operates in the financial services industry, primarily offering banking and financial products and services. The company focuses on retail and commercial banking, serving a wide range of customers in the UK and internationally.

Average Trading Volume: 29,637,230

Technical Sentiment Signal: Buy

Current Market Cap: £41.99B

For a thorough assessment of NWG stock, go to TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.