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An update from Paragon Banking Group PLC ( (GB:PAG) ) is now available.
Paragon Banking Group PLC has repurchased 400,000 ordinary £1.00 shares between 16 and 20 March 2026 through Jefferies International, under its previously announced £50 million share buyback programme. Following these transactions, the bank now holds 8,561,696 shares in treasury, with 188,843,264 ordinary shares in issue representing the total voting rights, information that helps investors track changes in ownership and regulatory disclosure thresholds.
The purchases were executed across several venues, including the London Stock Exchange, Chi-X, BATS, Aquis and Turquoise, at volume-weighted average prices mostly around 768–784 pence per share. By reducing the free float and consolidating its capital base, Paragon signals continued commitment to shareholder returns and active balance-sheet management, which may support earnings per share and influence market perception of the stock’s value.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:PAG) stock is a Buy with a £1050.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Paragon Banking Group PLC stock, see the GB:PAG Stock Forecast page.
Spark’s Take on PAG Stock
According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, PAG is a Neutral.
Overall score reflects attractive valuation (low P/E and high dividend yield) and supportive technical positioning above major moving averages. These positives are tempered by financial risks from rising leverage and notable volatility in revenue and cash flow, which reduce confidence in the stability of recent performance.
To see Spark’s full report on PAG stock, click here.
More about Paragon Banking Group PLC
Paragon Banking Group PLC is a UK-based specialist banking group focused on lending and savings products. The company operates primarily in areas such as buy-to-let and specialist mortgages, commercial lending and consumer finance, serving both retail savers and niche borrower segments in the UK market.
Average Trading Volume: 464,795
Technical Sentiment Signal: Buy
Current Market Cap: £1.42B
For an in-depth examination of PAG stock, go to TipRanks’ Overview page.