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Whitbread Advances Share Buy-Back Program with Latest Purchase

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Whitbread Advances Share Buy-Back Program with Latest Purchase

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The latest announcement is out from Whitbread ( (GB:WTB) ).

Whitbread PLC has announced the purchase of 123,118 of its ordinary shares as part of a share buy-back program initiated on 1 May 2025. The company intends to cancel the purchased shares, which is part of a broader strategy to manage its capital structure and enhance shareholder value. Since the start of the buy-back program, Whitbread has acquired over 2.15 million shares, impacting the total number of voting rights and potentially influencing shareholder interests.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:WTB) stock is a Buy with a £38.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Whitbread stock, see the GB:WTB Stock Forecast page.

Spark’s Take on GB:WTB Stock

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

Whitbread’s overall stock score reflects a strong financial recovery post-pandemic and proactive management strategies, including share buy-backs and efficiency savings. While technical indicators are neutral, the company’s strategic focus on growth and shareholder value bodes well for future performance.

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

More about Whitbread

Whitbread PLC operates in the hospitality industry, primarily focusing on hotels and restaurants. The company is known for its Premier Inn hotel chain and various restaurant brands, catering to a wide range of customers in the UK and internationally.

Average Trading Volume: 620,306

Technical Sentiment Signal: Strong Buy

Current Market Cap: £5.22B

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

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