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Standard Chartered Executes Share Buy-back to Optimize Capital Structure

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Standard Chartered Executes Share Buy-back to Optimize Capital Structure

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Standard Chartered ( (GB:STAN) ) just unveiled an update.

Standard Chartered PLC has executed a share buy-back program, purchasing 490,285 of its ordinary shares on 20 November 2025. The shares were bought at a volume-weighted average price of 1,579.58 pence per share, with the intention to cancel them, reducing the total number of shares in issue to 2,276,857,795. This move is part of the company’s strategy to optimize its capital structure and enhance shareholder value.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:STAN) stock is a Hold with a £1700.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Standard Chartered stock, see the GB:STAN Stock Forecast page.

Spark’s Take on GB:STAN Stock

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

Standard Chartered’s strong financial performance, particularly in revenue growth and balance sheet strength, is complemented by positive earnings call insights. Technical indicators show bullish momentum, though caution is advised due to overbought signals. Valuation is reasonable, but the dividend yield is less attractive. Overall, the stock presents a solid investment opportunity with some risks to monitor.

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

More about Standard Chartered

Standard Chartered PLC is a multinational banking and financial services company. It offers a wide range of products and services including retail and corporate banking, treasury services, and wealth management. The company operates primarily in Asia, Africa, and the Middle East, focusing on emerging markets.

Average Trading Volume: 4,696,365

Technical Sentiment Signal: Buy

Current Market Cap: £35.51B

For an in-depth examination of STAN stock, go to TipRanks’ Overview page.

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