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An announcement from NCC Group plc ( (GB:NCC) ) is now available.
NCC Group plc has continued to execute its share buyback programme, repurchasing 824,358 ordinary shares on 3 March 2026 via Investec Bank at prices between 123.40p and 127.60p, with a volume‑weighted average of 125.1902p. The company intends to cancel these shares, bringing total buybacks under the current programme to 13,715,630 shares and reducing the issued share capital to 301,512,275 shares, a move that tightens the free float and marginally enhances earnings and voting power per remaining share for investors.
Separately, in line with U.K. takeover rules, NCC Group reported that at the announcement time it had 302,811,787 ordinary shares in issue, all carrying one vote each, and confirmed that it holds no treasury shares. The update, which also detailed trading venue, ISIN and LEI information, underlines the company’s ongoing capital management strategy and ensures transparency for shareholders and potential corporate action under the City Code on Takeovers and Mergers.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:NCC) stock is a Hold with a £132.00 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 U.K.-listed cyber and software resilience specialist that provides cybersecurity, assurance and related technology risk services to corporate and public-sector clients. Its business focuses on helping organisations secure their digital assets and manage cyber risks across global markets.
Average Trading Volume: 1,756,764
Technical Sentiment Signal: Sell
Current Market Cap: £376.1M
For detailed information about NCC stock, go to TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.