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Shell Continues Share Buy-Back Programme With Latest Share Purchases for Cancellation

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  • Shell repurchased and cancelled more shares on 26 January 2026 under its ongoing buy-back programme.
  • Merrill Lynch executed the trades independently within preset parameters, in line with UK and EU market abuse rules.
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Shell Continues Share Buy-Back Programme With Latest Share Purchases for Cancellation

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An update from Shell (UK) ( (GB:SHEL) ) is now available.

Shell plc has repurchased and cancelled a tranche of its own shares on 26 January 2026 across multiple European trading venues, including the London Stock Exchange and Euronext Amsterdam, as part of its previously announced share buy-back programme. The purchases, executed independently by Merrill Lynch International within pre-set parameters, form part of Shell’s ongoing capital return strategy to shareholders and are being carried out under its existing on- and off-market repurchase authorities in full compliance with UK Listing Rules, UK and EU Market Abuse Regulations and related delegated regulations, underscoring the company’s continued use of buy-backs as a tool for capital allocation and balance-sheet management.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:SHEL) stock is a Hold with a £3200.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Shell (UK) stock, see the GB:SHEL Stock Forecast page.

Spark’s Take on GB:SHEL Stock

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

Shell’s overall stock score reflects a stable financial position with strong operational margins and a solid balance sheet. The company’s attractive valuation and positive earnings call sentiment contribute positively. However, technical analysis indicates potential short-term weakness, and challenges in revenue and cash flow growth present risks.

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

More about Shell (UK)

Shell plc is a global energy company headquartered in the UK, operating across the oil, gas and increasingly low‑carbon energy sectors. Its primary businesses span exploration and production, integrated gas, refining, chemicals, and marketing of fuels and lubricants, serving industrial, commercial and retail customers worldwide.

Average Trading Volume: 10,036,738

Technical Sentiment Signal: Strong Buy

Current Market Cap: £152.4B

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

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