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The latest announcement is out from NCC Group plc ( (GB:NCC) ).
NCC Group plc has continued its share buyback programme, repurchasing 199,346 ordinary shares on 18 February 2026 via Investec Bank at a volume-weighted average price of 135.5212 pence, with the intention to cancel these shares. This latest tranche takes total repurchases under the programme to 9,369,369 shares, reducing the issued share capital to 305,858,536 shares after cancellation, a move that tightens the free float and may enhance earnings per share and capital efficiency for investors.
Separately, under takeover code disclosure rules, NCC Group reported that at the time of the announcement it had 306,919,665 ordinary shares in issue, all carrying one voting right, and confirmed it holds no shares in treasury. The detailed transaction schedule and confirmation of voting rights underscore the company’s regulatory compliance and provide transparency to shareholders and potential bidders about its evolving capital structure.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:NCC) stock is a Hold with a £149.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on NCC Group plc stock, see the GB:NCC Stock Forecast page.
Spark’s Take on GB:NCC Stock
According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, GB:NCC is a Neutral.
NCC Group plc’s overall stock score is primarily influenced by its financial performance, which shows strong cash flow management and a stable balance sheet despite revenue and profitability challenges. Technical analysis indicates neutral momentum, while valuation suggests the stock may be overvalued. The absence of earnings call data and corporate events means these factors do not impact the score.
To see Spark’s full report on GB:NCC stock, click here.
More about NCC Group plc
NCC Group plc is a UK-listed cyber security and risk mitigation specialist, providing assurance, testing and related services to help organisations manage cyber threats. The company operates globally, focusing on protecting critical infrastructure, data and digital assets for corporate and public sector clients.
Average Trading Volume: 1,612,988
Technical Sentiment Signal: Sell
Current Market Cap: £404.3M
For an in-depth examination of NCC stock, go to TipRanks’ Overview page.