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Polar Capital cancels 18,408 shares in ongoing buyback

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  • Polar Capital repurchased 18,408 shares under its buyback programme at an average price of about 623p.
  • The cancelled shares cut the share count to 101.2 million, potentially boosting EPS and signalling management confidence.
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Polar Capital cancels 18,408 shares in ongoing buyback

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Polar Capital Holdings ( (GB:POLR) ) just unveiled an update.

Polar Capital Holdings has continued to execute its previously announced share buyback programme, repurchasing 18,408 ordinary shares on 17 February 2026 via Deutsche Bank’s Deutsche Numis arm at prices between 620p and 634p, with a volume-weighted average of 623.4458p. The repurchased shares will be cancelled, reducing the company’s share count to 101,157,185 and maintaining the same number of voting rights, a move that can support earnings per share and signal confidence in the firm’s valuation to investors.

The company detailed the individual trades carried out throughout the trading day on the AIMX venue as part of this buyback activity. By providing granular disclosure of transaction prices and volumes, Polar Capital aligns with regulatory requirements while giving shareholders transparency over capital management actions that may influence liquidity and ownership thresholds under UK disclosure rules.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:POLR) stock is a Buy with a £736.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Polar Capital Holdings stock, see the GB:POLR Stock Forecast page.

Spark’s Take on GB:POLR Stock

According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, GB:POLR is a Outperform.

Polar Capital Holdings scores well due to its strong financial performance and attractive valuation. The company’s robust cash flow management and low leverage are significant strengths. Recent corporate events, including record AuM growth and strategic initiatives, enhance its market position. Technical indicators suggest a neutral trend, with no immediate bullish or bearish signals.

To see Spark’s full report on GB:POLR stock, click here.

More about Polar Capital Holdings

Polar Capital Holdings is a London-listed specialist asset management group focused on active investment strategies across global markets. The firm offers a range of equity and alternative funds to institutional and retail clients, positioning itself as an active manager within the UK and international investment industry.

Average Trading Volume: 309,674

Technical Sentiment Signal: Buy

Current Market Cap: £606.9M

For detailed information about POLR stock, go to TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.

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