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Whitbread ( (GB:WTB) ) has shared an announcement.
Whitbread PLC has continued its share buyback programme, repurchasing 270 ordinary shares on 13 January 2026 at a price of 2,704 pence per share via Morgan Stanley & Co. International. The company intends to cancel these shares, contributing to a total of 7,660,584 shares bought back since 1 May 2025 at a cost of over £217 million, leaving 181,368,850 shares in issue (including treasury shares) and 168,914,132 voting rights, a move that adjusts its capital structure and may incrementally enhance earnings per share and shareholder value.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:WTB) stock is a Hold with a £21.00 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 Neutral.
Whitbread demonstrates strong financial health and attractive valuation, but technical indicators show bearish momentum. Positive corporate events bolster confidence, but the overall score is moderated by technical weaknesses.
To see Spark’s full report on GB:WTB stock, click here.
More about Whitbread
Whitbread PLC is a UK-based company best known for its hospitality and leisure operations, including hotel and restaurant brands, and is listed on the London Stock Exchange with its ordinary shares actively traded in the UK equity market.
Average Trading Volume: 866,382
Technical Sentiment Signal: Strong Sell
Current Market Cap: £4.44B
For a thorough assessment of WTB stock, go to TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.