Vodafone Executes Share Buyback of 17.7 Million Shares

An announcement from Vodafone ( (GB:VOD) ) is now available.

Vodafone Group Plc has announced the repurchase of 17,763,200 of its ordinary shares from Citigroup Global Markets Limited as part of its ongoing share buyback program. The shares, purchased at an average price of 74.97 pence, will be held in treasury, increasing Vodafone’s total treasury shares to 1,769,382,670. This move is part of Vodafone’s strategy to manage its capital structure and return value to shareholders, potentially impacting its stock market performance and investor relations.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:VOD) stock is a Buy with a £1.40 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Vodafone stock, see the GB:VOD Stock Forecast page.

Spark’s Take on GB:VOD Stock

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

Vodafone’s score reflects a balance of stable operational efficiency and attractive valuation against the backdrop of declining revenues and regional challenges, particularly in Germany. Positive strategic initiatives like share buybacks and strong dividend yield enhance its appeal, but competitive pressures and profitability concerns remain significant.

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More about Vodafone

Vodafone Group Plc is a leading telecommunications company that provides a wide range of services including mobile, fixed broadband, and TV services. The company operates globally with a strong presence in Europe and Africa, focusing on delivering connectivity and digital services to consumers and businesses.

Average Trading Volume: 100,418,537

Technical Sentiment Signal: Buy

Current Market Cap: £18.65B

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