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The latest announcement is out from Whitbread ( (GB:WTB) ).
Whitbread PLC, a prominent player in the hospitality industry, has announced a significant transaction involving the repurchase of its own securities. On August 29, 2025, the company purchased 39,217 of its ordinary shares through Morgan Stanley & Co. International Plc as part of a share buy-back program initiated on May 1, 2025. The shares were bought at prices ranging from 3,121.00 to 3,180.00 pence per share, with a volume-weighted average price of 3,151.39 pence. Whitbread intends to cancel these shares, which will impact the total number of voting rights and shares in issue. This move is part of a broader strategy to manage the company’s capital structure and potentially enhance shareholder value.
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 score reflects strong financial performance and positive earnings call insights, particularly in efficiency and strategic planning. Technical indicators support a stable outlook, though valuation suggests limited upside. Challenges in the U.K. market and room growth are notable risks.
To see Spark’s full report on GB:WTB stock, click here.
More about Whitbread
Average Trading Volume: 594,955
Technical Sentiment Signal: Strong Buy
Current Market Cap: £5.45B
Learn more about WTB stock on TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.