tiprankstipranks
Trending News
More News >
GlobalData PLC (GB:DATA)
LSE:DATA

GlobalData (DATA) AI Stock Analysis

Compare
58 Followers

Top Page

GB:DATA

GlobalData

(LSE:DATA)

Select Model
Select Model
Select Model
Neutral 59 (OpenAI - 5.2)
Rating:59Neutral
Price Target:
100.00p
▼(-13.42% Downside)
The score is primarily supported by solid financial performance (steady growth, improved operating profitability, and strong cash flow conversion). This is materially offset by weak technical conditions (downtrend and bearish momentum) and a relatively expensive valuation (high P/E with only a modest dividend yield).
Positive Factors
Subscription-based revenue model
GlobalData's core subscription model creates durable, recurring revenue and predictable renewal cycles. That recurring base supports steady cash flow, higher client lifetime value and cross-sell of analytics and bespoke research, underpinning revenue stability over the next several quarters.
Strong cash conversion
Free cash flow materially exceeds accounting profits, indicating efficient conversion of earnings into cash. This strengthens the firm's ability to fund organic growth, reduce debt or invest in product development without needing external financing, improving financial resilience over a multi-quarter horizon.
Marked leverage reduction
A sharp drop in debt-to-equity signals a meaningful reduction in financial risk and interest expense burden. Lower leverage increases flexibility for strategic investment or M&A and reduces refinancing risk, making the capital structure more durable over the medium term.
Negative Factors
Declining net profit margin
Net margin erosion, despite improved EBIT margin, suggests pressure below the operating line—higher financing, tax or one-off items—reducing retained earnings and free cash available to shareholders. If persistent, this weakens earnings power and limits reinvestment capacity.
Relatively low equity ratio
A modest equity ratio means less capital cushion to absorb shocks or fund aggressive growth internally. While leverage improved, the balance sheet still needs stronger equity buildup to support larger acquisitions or cyclical downturns without resorting to dilutive equity issuance or higher debt.
Sharp EPS contraction
A large negative EPS growth figure despite revenue increases points to non-operational hits, dilution, or cost items that impair shareholder returns. Such divergence raises concerns about earnings quality and can persistently pressure per-share metrics if not addressed.

GlobalData (DATA) vs. iShares MSCI United Kingdom ETF (EWC)

GlobalData Business Overview & Revenue Model

Company DescriptionGlobalData Plc provides business information in the form of proprietary data, analytics, and insights in Europe, North America, and the Asia Pacific. The company offers performance advertising services. It serves aerospace, defense, and security; apparel; automotive; banking and payments; construction; consumer; foodservices; healthcare; insurance; medical devices; mining; oil and gas; packaging; pharmaceutical; power; retail; technology; travel and tourism; and sport industries, as well as public sectors. The company was formerly known as Progressive Digital Media Group Plc and changed its name to GlobalData Plc in January 2016. GlobalData Plc was incorporated in 2000 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
How the Company Makes MoneyGlobalData generates revenue primarily through its subscription-based model, offering clients access to its vast database and insights. Key revenue streams include annual subscriptions for market intelligence reports, tailored research services, and data analytics. The company also earns revenue from one-off consulting projects and bespoke research commissioned by clients. Significant partnerships with industry stakeholders, including technology firms and market research organizations, enhance GlobalData's offerings and contribute to its earnings by expanding its market reach and enhancing the value of its data services.

GlobalData Financial Statement Overview

Summary
Solid overall fundamentals driven by steady revenue growth, improved EBIT margin, and strong cash conversion (free cash flow exceeding net income). Offsetting this, net profit margin declined year over year and the balance sheet, while improving via much lower debt-to-equity, still shows room to strengthen equity positioning.
Income Statement
75
Positive
GlobalData has shown consistent revenue growth with a 4.53% increase from 2023 to 2024. The Gross Profit Margin for 2024 stood at 22.94%, indicating a strong ability to cover its production costs. However, the Net Profit Margin saw a slight decline to 10.37% in 2024 from 11.28% in 2023, signaling a decrease in overall profitability. The EBIT Margin improved to 22.80% in 2024, showcasing effective cost management. Overall, the company is growing steadily but faces challenges in maintaining net profitability.
Balance Sheet
68
Positive
The company's Debt-to-Equity Ratio improved significantly to 0.17 in 2024 from 5.01 in 2023, reflecting reduced financial risk. The Return on Equity (ROE) remained strong at 7.33% in 2024, indicating efficient use of equity. However, the Equity Ratio is relatively low at 61.56%, suggesting potential leverage risks. Overall, the balance sheet shows a trend towards stability, but the company should focus on increasing equity levels.
Cash Flow
80
Positive
GlobalData's Free Cash Flow to Net Income Ratio is 1.48 in 2024, indicating strong cash flow generation relative to profits. The Operating Cash Flow to Net Income Ratio is 1.54, reflecting efficient conversion of income to cash. Despite a decrease in Operating Cash Flow from 2023, the company maintains a healthy cash flow position, supporting ongoing operations and potential growth opportunities.
BreakdownTTMDec 2024Dec 2023Dec 2022Dec 2021Dec 2020
Income Statement
Total Revenue302.40M285.50M273.10M243.20M189.30M178.40M
Gross Profit56.40M65.50M124.30M101.00M74.20M58.60M
EBITDA67.70M86.20M88.10M72.70M51.50M51.90M
Net Income15.30M29.60M30.80M30.50M24.90M22.60M
Balance Sheet
Total Assets662.00M655.80M492.30M511.60M459.60M357.20M
Cash, Cash Equivalents and Short-Term Investments60.00M50.50M19.80M34.00M22.60M17.70M
Total Debt103.80M67.50M289.40M313.60M233.60M115.70M
Total Liabilities284.20M234.90M434.50M463.30M353.30M219.50M
Stockholders Equity362.70M403.80M57.80M48.30M106.30M137.70M
Cash Flow
Free Cash Flow46.70M43.80M61.60M59.20M50.70M46.00M
Operating Cash Flow49.60M45.50M65.80M61.90M52.00M51.00M
Investing Cash Flow-80.90M-75.90M-4.20M-35.40M-97.50M-5.10M
Financing Cash Flow-94.80M60.50M-74.50M-14.80M50.90M-38.80M

GlobalData Technical Analysis

Technical Analysis Sentiment
Negative
Last Price115.50
Price Trends
50DMA
109.04
Negative
100DMA
112.14
Negative
200DMA
132.01
Negative
Market Momentum
MACD
-6.68
Positive
RSI
21.40
Positive
STOCH
5.02
Positive
Evaluating momentum and price trends is crucial in stock analysis to make informed investment decisions. For GB:DATA, the sentiment is Negative. The current price of 115.5 is above the 20-day moving average (MA) of 103.99, above the 50-day MA of 109.04, and below the 200-day MA of 132.01, indicating a bearish trend. The MACD of -6.68 indicates Positive momentum. The RSI at 21.40 is Positive, neither overbought nor oversold. The STOCH value of 5.02 is Positive, not indicating any strong overbought or oversold conditions. Overall, these indicators collectively point to a Negative sentiment for GB:DATA.

GlobalData Peers Comparison

Overall Rating
UnderperformOutperform
Sector (63)
Financial Indicators
Name
Overall Rating
Market Cap
P/E Ratio
ROE
Dividend Yield
Revenue Growth
EPS Growth
75
Outperform
£23.11B22.2726.88%1.40%5.84%11.65%
75
Outperform
£239.85M17.767.16%3.68%15.99%
75
Outperform
£336.26M17.6815.29%2.13%32.67%-1.61%
66
Neutral
£343.68M36.594.01%2.31%6.90%145.00%
63
Neutral
$10.79B15.437.44%2.01%2.89%-14.66%
60
Neutral
£290.57M-2.90-12.00%15.28%-3.91%-310.36%
59
Neutral
£614.03M44.043.76%1.19%9.25%-51.82%
* Industrials Sector Average
Performance Comparison
Ticker
Company Name
Price
Change
% Change
GB:DATA
GlobalData
87.20
-105.61
-54.77%
GB:EXPN
Experian
2,538.00
-1,312.12
-34.08%
GB:RST
Restore
251.00
34.04
15.69%
GB:RWS
RWS Holdings
78.30
-52.83
-40.29%
GB:YOU
Yougov plc
203.50
-171.06
-45.67%
GB:ELIX
Elixirr International Plc
692.00
-126.23
-15.43%

GlobalData Corporate Events

Stock Buyback
GlobalData Cancels 457,348 Shares as Buyback Programme Progresses
Neutral
Feb 4, 2026

GlobalData Plc has continued to execute its share buyback programme, repurchasing 457,348 ordinary shares on 3 February 2026 through Investec Bank at prices ranging between 95.60p and 104.50p, with a weighted average price of 99.2282p. The company intends to cancel the repurchased shares, reducing the number of ordinary shares in issue to 759,888,782 and leaving no shares held in treasury, a move that marginally increases existing shareholders’ proportional ownership and voting power while providing a new reference figure for regulatory disclosure thresholds under the FCA’s transparency rules.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DATA) stock is a Buy with a £117.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on GlobalData stock, see the GB:DATA Stock Forecast page.

Business Operations and StrategyDelistings and Listing Changes
GlobalData sets March date for move from AIM to London Stock Exchange Main Market
Positive
Feb 4, 2026

GlobalData Plc plans to shift its listing from AIM to the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange, seeking admission of its entire issued ordinary share capital to the FCA’s Official List in the Equity Shares (Commercial Companies) category. The move, expected to complete on 5 March 2026 via an introduction of existing shares and the simultaneous cancellation of its AIM quotation, is positioned as a step up to a more prestigious and liquid trading venue, which could enhance GlobalData’s visibility among institutional investors and broaden its shareholder base, although the transition remains subject to regulatory approvals.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DATA) stock is a Buy with a £117.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on GlobalData stock, see the GB:DATA Stock Forecast page.

Stock BuybackRegulatory Filings and Compliance
GlobalData Cancels 455,676 Shares as Buyback Programme Progresses
Positive
Feb 3, 2026

GlobalData has continued to execute its share buyback programme, repurchasing 455,676 ordinary shares on 2 February 2026 at prices between 105.00p and 106.50p, with a weighted average price of 105.8493p across trades on the London Stock Exchange and AIM. The repurchased shares will be cancelled, reducing the number of ordinary shares in issue to 760,346,130 and leaving the group with no treasury shares, a move that marginally increases existing shareholders’ proportional ownership and sets a new base for calculating voting rights under UK disclosure and transparency rules.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DATA) stock is a Buy with a £117.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on GlobalData stock, see the GB:DATA Stock Forecast page.

Stock BuybackRegulatory Filings and Compliance
GlobalData Cancels 307,786 Shares After Latest Buyback Transaction
Positive
Feb 2, 2026

GlobalData Plc has repurchased 307,786 of its ordinary shares as part of its ongoing share buyback programme, executed via Investec Bank on 30 January 2026 at prices ranging between 105.50p and 107.50p, with a weighted average price of 106.592p. The company will cancel the repurchased stock, reducing the number of ordinary shares in issue to 760,801,806 and confirming that it holds no shares in treasury, a move that marginally consolidates existing shareholders’ stakes and sets a new total voting rights figure for use in FCA disclosure and transparency calculations.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DATA) stock is a Buy with a £117.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on GlobalData stock, see the GB:DATA Stock Forecast page.

Stock BuybackRegulatory Filings and Compliance
GlobalData Cancels 419,000 Shares in Ongoing Buyback Programme
Positive
Jan 30, 2026

GlobalData Plc has executed another tranche of its ongoing share buyback programme, repurchasing 419,071 ordinary shares on 29 January 2026 via Investec Bank at prices between 107.00p and 110.50p, with a weighted average price of 109.8618p. The repurchased shares will be cancelled, reducing the company’s share capital to 761,109,592 ordinary shares in issue and leaving no shares held in treasury, a move that marginally increases existing shareholders’ proportional ownership and updates the total voting rights figure used for regulatory disclosure calculations under the FCA’s transparency rules.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DATA) stock is a Hold with a £107.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on GlobalData stock, see the GB:DATA Stock Forecast page.

Stock BuybackRegulatory Filings and Compliance
GlobalData Cancels 395,044 Shares Under Ongoing Buyback Programme
Positive
Jan 29, 2026

GlobalData Plc has continued to execute its ongoing share buyback programme, purchasing 395,044 ordinary shares on 28 January 2026 at prices between 109.50p and 112.00p, with a weighted average price of 111.4882p. The repurchased shares will be cancelled, reducing the company’s share count to 761,528,663 and leaving no shares held in treasury, a move that marginally enhances earnings per share and adjusts the total voting rights figure used by investors to monitor and disclose their stakes under UK regulatory rules.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DATA) stock is a Hold with a £131.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on GlobalData stock, see the GB:DATA Stock Forecast page.

Stock BuybackRegulatory Filings and Compliance
GlobalData Cancels 244,959 Shares Under Ongoing Buyback Programme
Positive
Jan 28, 2026

GlobalData Plc has repurchased 244,959 of its ordinary shares as part of the ongoing share buyback programme launched in November 2025, paying a weighted average price of 114.63 pence per share across trades executed via Investec Bank on the London Stock Exchange’s main market and AIM. The shares will be cancelled, reducing the number of shares in issue to 761,923,707 and confirming that the group holds no treasury shares, a move that marginally enhances earnings per share and clarifies the new total voting rights figure that shareholders must use when assessing disclosure thresholds under UK transparency rules.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DATA) stock is a Hold with a £131.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on GlobalData stock, see the GB:DATA Stock Forecast page.

Stock BuybackRegulatory Filings and Compliance
GlobalData Cancels 353,538 Shares Under Ongoing Buyback Programme
Positive
Jan 27, 2026

GlobalData Plc has continued to execute its share buyback programme, which began in November 2025, by repurchasing 353,538 ordinary shares on 26 January 2026 at prices between 115.50p and 118.50p, with a weighted average price of 117.33p. The company will cancel these shares, leaving 762,168,666 ordinary shares in issue and no shares held in treasury, thereby slightly reducing the share count and consolidating existing shareholders’ ownership; the updated total voting rights figure will also serve as the new reference point for investors assessing disclosure obligations under UK transparency rules.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DATA) stock is a Hold with a £131.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on GlobalData stock, see the GB:DATA Stock Forecast page.

Stock BuybackRegulatory Filings and Compliance
GlobalData Cancels 317,575 Shares Under Ongoing Buyback Programme
Positive
Jan 26, 2026

GlobalData Plc has continued to execute its ongoing share buyback programme, in place since November 2025, by repurchasing 317,575 ordinary shares on 23 January 2026 at prices between 116.50p and 122.00p, with a weighted average price of 118.7209p. The company will cancel these shares, reducing the number of ordinary shares in issue to 762,522,204 and confirming that it holds no shares in treasury, a move that marginally enhances earnings per share and consolidates existing investors’ voting power while providing updated capital and voting-rights data for regulatory disclosure calculations under the FCA’s transparency rules.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DATA) stock is a Hold with a £131.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on GlobalData stock, see the GB:DATA Stock Forecast page.

Stock Buyback
GlobalData Cancels 301,512 Shares Under Ongoing Buyback Programme
Positive
Jan 23, 2026

GlobalData Plc has continued to execute its share buyback programme, repurchasing 301,512 ordinary shares on 22 January 2026 at prices between 121p and 123p per share, with a volume-weighted average price of 121.5802p. The company will cancel the repurchased shares, reducing the number of ordinary shares in issue to 762,839,779 and confirming that it holds no shares in treasury, a move that marginally enhances earnings per share and adjusts the total voting rights figure used by investors to assess disclosure thresholds under UK transparency rules.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DATA) stock is a Hold with a £131.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on GlobalData stock, see the GB:DATA Stock Forecast page.

Stock BuybackRegulatory Filings and Compliance
GlobalData Cancels 213,128 Shares in Ongoing Buyback Programme
Positive
Jan 22, 2026

GlobalData Plc has continued to execute on its share buyback programme, acquiring 213,128 ordinary shares on 21 January 2026 at prices between 115.50p and 120.00p, with a weighted average purchase price of around 118.2p across the XLON and AIMX venues. The repurchased shares will be cancelled, reducing the number of ordinary shares in issue to 763,141,291 and leaving the group with no treasury shares, a move that marginally increases earnings and voting power per remaining share and provides an updated denominator for investors’ disclosure obligations under UK transparency rules.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DATA) stock is a Hold with a £131.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on GlobalData stock, see the GB:DATA Stock Forecast page.

Stock BuybackRegulatory Filings and Compliance
GlobalData Cancels 238,107 Shares Under Ongoing Buyback Programme
Positive
Jan 21, 2026

GlobalData Plc has continued to execute its share buyback programme, which began in November 2025, by repurchasing 238,107 ordinary shares on 20 January 2026 at prices between 115.50p and 119.00p per share, with a weighted average price of 116.8648p. The repurchased shares will be cancelled, reducing the total number of shares in issue to 763,354,419 and leaving the company with no shares held in treasury, a move that marginally increases existing shareholders’ proportional holdings and clarifies the updated total voting rights figure to be used for regulatory disclosure calculations under the FCA’s transparency rules.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DATA) stock is a Hold with a £131.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on GlobalData stock, see the GB:DATA Stock Forecast page.

Stock BuybackRegulatory Filings and Compliance
GlobalData Cancels 211,395 Shares Under Ongoing Buyback Programme
Positive
Jan 20, 2026

GlobalData Plc has continued to execute its share buyback programme, purchasing 211,395 ordinary shares on 19 January 2026 at prices between 117.50p and 119.00p, with a weighted average price of 118.7739p. The company will cancel these shares, reducing the number of ordinary shares in issue to 763,592,526 and leaving no shares held in treasury, a move that marginally enhances earnings per share and adjusts total voting rights, providing an updated denominator for investors monitoring their notifiable stakes under UK transparency rules.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DATA) stock is a Hold with a £131.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on GlobalData stock, see the GB:DATA Stock Forecast page.

Stock BuybackRegulatory Filings and Compliance
GlobalData Cancels 243,463 Shares Under Ongoing Buyback Programme
Positive
Jan 19, 2026

GlobalData Plc has continued to execute its share buyback programme, which began in November 2025, repurchasing 243,463 ordinary shares on 16 January 2026 through Investec Bank at prices between 117.00p and 121.00p, with a weighted average price of 119.8644p. The company plans to cancel the repurchased shares, reducing the number of ordinary shares in issue to 763,803,921 and confirming it holds no shares in treasury, a move that marginally enhances earnings per share and clarifies the total voting rights figure used by investors to assess disclosure thresholds under UK regulatory rules.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DATA) stock is a Hold with a £131.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on GlobalData stock, see the GB:DATA Stock Forecast page.

Business Operations and StrategyExecutive/Board Changes
GlobalData refreshes board with new independent director as long-serving members step down
Positive
Jan 19, 2026

GlobalData has strengthened its board with the appointment of experienced technology executive Rachel Higham as an independent non-executive director, effective 20 January 2026. Higham, who has held senior roles at major corporates including Marks & Spencer, WPP, BT and Vodafone, joins as part of a planned refresh of the company’s independent non-executive representation. Long-serving directors Annette Barnes and Andrew Day will step down ahead of the company’s 2025 full-year results announcement, in line with best practice on board tenure after more than nine years of service. Higham will succeed Day, while a successor to Barnes is expected to be named shortly, signaling GlobalData’s ongoing focus on governance, board renewal and reinforcing its technology and data expertise at the top level.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DATA) stock is a Hold with a £131.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on GlobalData stock, see the GB:DATA Stock Forecast page.

Stock BuybackRegulatory Filings and Compliance
GlobalData Cancels Newly Repurchased Shares Under Ongoing Buyback
Positive
Jan 16, 2026

GlobalData Plc has continued its ongoing share buyback programme, which began in November 2025, by repurchasing 67,277 ordinary shares on 15 January 2026 through Investec Bank at prices ranging between 115.50p and 118.00p, with a volume-weighted average price of 116.7868p. The company will cancel the repurchased shares, reducing the number of ordinary shares in issue to 764,047,384 and confirming that it holds no treasury shares, a move that marginally enhances earnings per share and clarifies the total voting rights denominator for investors monitoring their disclosure obligations under UK transparency rules.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DATA) stock is a Buy with a £170.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on GlobalData stock, see the GB:DATA Stock Forecast page.

Stock BuybackRegulatory Filings and Compliance
GlobalData Cancels Latest Tranche of Shares Under Ongoing Buyback Programme
Positive
Jan 15, 2026

GlobalData has continued to execute its share buyback programme launched in November 2025, repurchasing 90,703 ordinary shares on 14 January 2026 at prices between 112.50p and 118.00p, with a volume-weighted average price of 114.9244p. The company will cancel these shares, reducing the number of ordinary shares in issue to 764,114,661 and confirming that it holds no shares in treasury, a move that marginally enhances earnings per share and clarifies the voting rights denominator for investors under UK disclosure and transparency rules.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DATA) stock is a Hold with a £119.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on GlobalData stock, see the GB:DATA Stock Forecast page.

Business Operations and StrategyDelistings and Listing ChangesFinancial Disclosures
GlobalData Signals Robust 2025 Trading as It Prepares Move to LSE Main Market
Positive
Jan 14, 2026

GlobalData reported robust trading for 2025 despite a year of significant transformation, with expected revenue of about £322m, up 13% reported (1% organically), driven by stable subscription renewals across healthcare and non-healthcare markets. Contracted forward revenue is set to grow around 6% (3% organically), adjusted EBITDA is expected at roughly £110m with margins near 34%, and the company anticipates margin expansion back towards 40% in 2026 following cost synergies from six recent acquisitions and continued AI investment. The group ends the year with net debt of about £110m after substantial share buybacks and acquisition spending, supported by over £200m of available facilities, and says roughly 80% of 2026 consensus revenues are already visible through its recurring revenue base. In a move that underscores its growth ambitions and market maturity, GlobalData plans to transfer its listing to the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange on 5 March 2026, a step that is likely to broaden its investor base and reinforce its positioning as a leading AI-enhanced information services provider.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DATA) stock is a Hold with a £119.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on GlobalData stock, see the GB:DATA Stock Forecast page.

Stock BuybackRegulatory Filings and Compliance
GlobalData Cancels Nearly 99,000 Shares in Ongoing Buyback
Positive
Jan 13, 2026

GlobalData Plc has continued to execute its share buyback programme, which began on 26 November 2025, by repurchasing 98,951 ordinary shares on 12 January 2026 through Investec Bank at prices between 120.50p and 126.00p, with a volume-weighted average price of 122.634p. The company intends to cancel the repurchased stock, reducing the number of ordinary shares in issue to 764,301,426 and leaving no shares held in treasury, a move that marginally enhances earnings per share and adjusts the total voting rights used by investors to assess their notifiable holdings under UK disclosure rules.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DATA) stock is a Hold with a £119.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on GlobalData stock, see the GB:DATA Stock Forecast page.

Stock BuybackRegulatory Filings and Compliance
GlobalData Cancels New Tranche of Shares Under Ongoing Buyback Programme
Neutral
Jan 12, 2026

GlobalData Plc continued to execute its previously announced share buyback programme with the purchase of 83,693 ordinary shares on 9 January 2026, at prices ranging between 120.50p and 124.00p and a volume‑weighted average price of 121.57p. The repurchased shares will be cancelled, reducing the number of ordinary shares in issue to 764,400,377 and leaving no shares held in treasury, a move that marginally increases existing shareholders’ proportional ownership and clarifies the new total voting rights figure for regulatory disclosure purposes under the FCA’s transparency rules.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DATA) stock is a Hold with a £119.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on GlobalData stock, see the GB:DATA Stock Forecast page.

Stock BuybackRegulatory Filings and Compliance
GlobalData Cancels Further Shares Under Ongoing Buyback Programme
Positive
Jan 9, 2026

GlobalData Plc has continued to execute its share buyback programme, which began on 26 November 2025, by repurchasing 79,800 ordinary shares on 8 January 2026 through Investec Bank at prices between 118.50p and 122.00p, with a volume-weighted average price of 120.3987p. The repurchased shares will be cancelled, reducing the number of ordinary shares in issue to 764,484,070 and leaving no shares held in treasury, a move that marginally increases each remaining share’s proportion of the company’s equity and clarifies the updated total voting rights for investors monitoring their disclosure obligations under UK transparency rules.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DATA) stock is a Hold with a £119.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on GlobalData stock, see the GB:DATA Stock Forecast page.

Stock BuybackRegulatory Filings and Compliance
GlobalData Cancels Further Shares After January Buyback Trades
Positive
Jan 8, 2026

GlobalData Plc has continued to execute its share buyback programme, which began in November 2025, by repurchasing 47,558 ordinary shares on 7 January 2026 at prices between 118.5p and 120.0p, with a weighted average price of 119.4172p. The company will cancel the repurchased shares, reducing the number of ordinary shares in issue to 764,563,870 and confirming that it holds no shares in treasury, thereby slightly increasing earnings and voting power per remaining share and providing an updated denominator for investors assessing their notifiable holdings under FCA rules.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DATA) stock is a Hold with a £119.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on GlobalData stock, see the GB:DATA Stock Forecast page.

Stock BuybackRegulatory Filings and Compliance
GlobalData Cancels Newly Repurchased Shares, Sets Updated Voting Rights Count
Positive
Jan 7, 2026

GlobalData Plc has repurchased 31,705 of its ordinary shares on 6 January 2026 under its ongoing share buyback programme, at a volume‑weighted average price of 117.6510 pence per share, with trades executed via Investec Bank on the London Stock Exchange. The company will cancel the repurchased stock, reducing the number of shares in issue to 764,611,428 and confirming this figure as the basis for shareholders’ voting-rights calculations and disclosure obligations under UK transparency rules, a move that marginally enhances earnings per share and clarifies the company’s capital structure for investors.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DATA) stock is a Hold with a £119.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on GlobalData stock, see the GB:DATA Stock Forecast page.

Stock BuybackRegulatory Filings and Compliance
GlobalData Cancels Newly Repurchased Shares Under Ongoing Buyback Programme
Positive
Jan 6, 2026

GlobalData Plc has continued its previously announced share buyback programme, repurchasing 35,980 ordinary shares on 5 January 2026 via Investec Bank at prices between 114p and 116p, with a volume-weighted average price of 114.9535p. The company will cancel the repurchased shares, reducing the total number of shares in issue to 764,643,133 and leaving no shares held in treasury, a move that marginally increases existing shareholders’ proportional ownership and sets a new denominator for investors’ disclosure obligations under the UK Financial Conduct Authority’s transparency rules.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DATA) stock is a Hold with a £119.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on GlobalData stock, see the GB:DATA Stock Forecast page.

Stock BuybackRegulatory Filings and Compliance
GlobalData Cancels Newly Repurchased Shares, Sets Updated Voting Rights Total
Neutral
Jan 5, 2026

GlobalData Plc has repurchased 62,259 of its ordinary shares as part of the share buyback programme launched in late November 2025, with the shares bought on 2 January 2026 at prices between 111.5p and 115.5p and a weighted average price of 113.63p. The repurchased shares will be cancelled, reducing the total number of shares in issue to 764,679,113 and leaving the group with no treasury shares, a move that marginally increases existing shareholders’ proportional holdings and establishes a new total voting rights figure for investors monitoring disclosure thresholds under UK transparency rules.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DATA) stock is a Hold with a £119.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on GlobalData stock, see the GB:DATA Stock Forecast page.

Stock BuybackRegulatory Filings and Compliance
GlobalData Cancels Latest Tranche of Shares in Ongoing Buyback Programme
Positive
Jan 2, 2026

GlobalData Plc has continued to execute its share buyback programme, which began on 26 November 2025, by repurchasing 58,212 ordinary shares on 31 December 2025 at prices between 110.00p and 110.50p, with a weighted average price of 110.1062p across trades executed on both the London Stock Exchange and AIM via Investec Bank. The company will cancel the repurchased stock, reducing its shares in issue to 764,741,372 and confirming it holds no treasury shares, thereby marginally increasing existing shareholders’ proportional ownership and providing an updated total voting rights figure for investors to use in assessing disclosure thresholds under UK transparency rules.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DATA) stock is a Hold with a £119.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on GlobalData stock, see the GB:DATA Stock Forecast page.

Stock BuybackRegulatory Filings and Compliance
GlobalData Cancels Further Shares as Buyback Programme Progresses
Positive
Dec 31, 2025

GlobalData Plc has continued to execute its share buyback programme, which began on 26 November 2025, by repurchasing 65,948 ordinary shares on 30 December 2025 at prices between 109.50p and 112.00p, with a volume-weighted average price of 110.9568p. The company will cancel these shares, reducing the number of ordinary shares in issue to 764,799,584 and leaving no shares held in treasury, a move that marginally enhances earnings per share and clarifies the total voting rights figure used by investors for disclosure calculations under UK market transparency rules.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DATA) stock is a Hold with a £119.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on GlobalData stock, see the GB:DATA Stock Forecast page.

Stock BuybackRegulatory Filings and Compliance
GlobalData Tightens Share Base with Further Buyback and Cancellation
Positive
Dec 30, 2025

GlobalData Plc has continued to execute its recently launched share buyback programme, repurchasing 46,824 ordinary shares on 29 December 2025 at prices between 109.5p and 111.0p per share, with a volume‑weighted average price of 110.1599p. The company will cancel these shares, reducing the total number of ordinary shares in issue to 764,865,532 and confirming that it holds no treasury shares, a move that marginally enhances earnings per share and clarifies the updated voting rights base for investors assessing their disclosure obligations under UK transparency rules.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DATA) stock is a Hold with a £119.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on GlobalData stock, see the GB:DATA Stock Forecast page.

Stock BuybackRegulatory Filings and Compliance
GlobalData Cancels Latest Tranche of Shares in Ongoing Buyback
Neutral
Dec 29, 2025

GlobalData Plc has repurchased 7,342 of its ordinary shares on 24 December 2025 under its ongoing share buyback programme, at prices between 109.00p and 109.50p per share and a volume‑weighted average price of 109.2454p. The purchased shares will be cancelled, reducing the number of ordinary shares in issue to 764,912,356 and confirming that the group holds no treasury shares, a change that slightly increases existing shareholders’ proportional voting rights and provides an updated denominator for regulatory disclosure purposes under the FCA’s transparency rules.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DATA) stock is a Hold with a £119.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on GlobalData stock, see the GB:DATA Stock Forecast page.

Stock BuybackRegulatory Filings and Compliance
GlobalData Cancels Further Shares After Latest Buyback Tranche
Positive
Dec 24, 2025

GlobalData Plc has continued to execute its share buyback programme, which began on 26 November 2025, by repurchasing 79,647 ordinary shares on 23 December 2025 via Investec Bank at prices ranging between 109.00p and 111.50p, with a volume-weighted average price of 110.3073p. The company plans to cancel the repurchased shares, reducing the number of ordinary shares in issue to 764,919,698 and confirming that it holds no shares in treasury, thereby slightly increasing earnings per share and clarifying the new total voting rights figure for shareholders’ disclosure calculations under UK transparency rules.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DATA) stock is a Hold with a £119.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on GlobalData stock, see the GB:DATA Stock Forecast page.

Business Operations and StrategyStock Buyback
GlobalData Cancels Newly Repurchased Shares as Buyback Programme Continues
Positive
Dec 23, 2025

GlobalData Plc has continued to execute its share buyback programme, which began on 26 November 2025, by repurchasing 73,358 ordinary shares on 22 December 2025 at prices between 107.5p and 109.5p, with a weighted average purchase price of 108.41p. The company will cancel these shares, reducing the number of ordinary shares in issue to 764,999,345 and leaving no shares held in treasury, a move that marginally increases earnings per share and adjusts the total voting rights figure used by shareholders to assess disclosure thresholds under UK transparency rules.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DATA) stock is a Hold with a £119.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on GlobalData stock, see the GB:DATA Stock Forecast page.

Stock BuybackRegulatory Filings and Compliance
GlobalData Cancels Further Shares After Buyback, Updates Voting Rights
Neutral
Dec 22, 2025

GlobalData Plc has continued to execute its share buyback programme, repurchasing 69,315 ordinary shares on 19 December 2025 via Investec Bank at prices between 107.00p and 108.00p, with a weighted average price of 107.3462p. The company will cancel the repurchased shares, reducing the total number of shares in issue to 765,072,703 and leaving no shares held in treasury, a move that marginally increases existing shareholders’ percentage ownership and sets a new denominator for calculating voting rights disclosures under the FCA’s transparency rules.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DATA) stock is a Hold with a £119.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on GlobalData stock, see the GB:DATA Stock Forecast page.

Stock BuybackRegulatory Filings and Compliance
GlobalData Cancels 100,000 Shares Under Ongoing Buyback Programme
Positive
Dec 19, 2025

GlobalData Plc has continued to execute its previously announced share buyback programme, purchasing 100,000 ordinary shares on 18 December 2025 via Investec Bank at prices between 106.50p and 109.00p, with a volume-weighted average price of 107.9557p. The shares bought back will be cancelled, reducing the total number of shares in issue to 765,142,018 and leaving the group with no treasury shares, a move that marginally increases earnings per share and clarifies the new voting rights base for investors tracking their disclosure obligations under UK transparency rules.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DATA) stock is a Hold with a £119.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on GlobalData stock, see the GB:DATA Stock Forecast page.

Business Operations and StrategyStock Buyback
GlobalData Reduces Share Count with Share Buyback Programme
Positive
Dec 18, 2025

GlobalData Plc announced the repurchase of 100,000 of its ordinary shares at an average price of 106.3552 pence per share under its ongoing Share Buyback Programme. The repurchased shares will be canceled, reducing the total number of shares in circulation to 765,242,018. This move is part of the company’s strategy to manage its capital structure, potentially enhancing shareholder value and streamlining voting rights for stakeholders.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DATA) stock is a Hold with a £119.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on GlobalData stock, see the GB:DATA Stock Forecast page.

Business Operations and StrategyStock Buyback
GlobalData Announces Share Buyback Transaction
Positive
Dec 17, 2025

GlobalData Plc has announced a transaction involving the repurchase of its own shares as part of its ongoing Share Buyback Programme. On December 16, 2025, the company purchased 96,214 ordinary shares at prices ranging from 107.00 to 110.50 pence per share, with a weighted average price of 108.1789 pence. These shares will be canceled, leaving the total number of voting rights in GlobalData at 765,342,018. This move is part of the company’s strategy to manage its capital structure and potentially enhance shareholder value.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DATA) stock is a Hold with a £119.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on GlobalData stock, see the GB:DATA Stock Forecast page.

Business Operations and StrategyStock Buyback
GlobalData Executes Share Buyback to Optimize Capital Structure
Positive
Dec 16, 2025

GlobalData Plc has announced the purchase of 90,420 of its own ordinary shares as part of its Share Buyback Programme, which commenced on 26 November 2025. The repurchased shares will be canceled, leaving the total number of voting rights at 765,438,232. This move is part of GlobalData’s strategy to optimize its capital structure and potentially enhance shareholder value.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DATA) stock is a Hold with a £119.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on GlobalData stock, see the GB:DATA Stock Forecast page.

Stock Buyback
GlobalData Executes Share Buyback Program
Neutral
Dec 15, 2025

GlobalData PLC has executed a share buyback program, purchasing 94,854 of its ordinary shares at prices ranging from 107.50 to 111.00 pence. This move reduces the total number of shares in circulation to 765,528,652, potentially impacting shareholder voting rights and market perception of the company’s value.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DATA) stock is a Hold with a £119.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on GlobalData stock, see the GB:DATA Stock Forecast page.

Business Operations and StrategyStock Buyback
GlobalData Enhances Shareholder Value with Share Buyback
Positive
Dec 12, 2025

GlobalData Plc announced the purchase of 69,003 of its ordinary shares as part of its ongoing Share Buyback Programme, which began on 26 November 2025. The shares were bought at prices ranging from 108.00 to 111.00 pence, with a weighted average price of 109.4703 pence. The repurchased shares will be canceled, leaving the total number of voting rights at 765,623,506. This move is part of GlobalData’s strategy to optimize its capital structure and potentially enhance shareholder value.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DATA) stock is a Hold with a £119.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on GlobalData stock, see the GB:DATA Stock Forecast page.

Business Operations and StrategyStock Buyback
GlobalData Executes Share Buyback to Optimize Capital Structure
Neutral
Dec 11, 2025

GlobalData Plc has announced the repurchase of 90,635 of its ordinary shares as part of its Share Buyback Programme, which began on 26 November 2025. The shares were purchased at prices ranging from 108.00 to 110.00 pence and will be canceled, leaving the company with a total of 765,692,509 shares in issue. This move is part of GlobalData’s strategy to manage its capital structure and potentially enhance shareholder value.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DATA) stock is a Hold with a £119.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on GlobalData stock, see the GB:DATA Stock Forecast page.

Stock Buyback
GlobalData Executes Share Buyback to Enhance Shareholder Value
Positive
Dec 10, 2025

GlobalData Plc has announced a transaction involving the repurchase of its own shares as part of its Share Buyback Programme. On December 9, 2025, the company purchased 80,018 ordinary shares at prices ranging from 107.00 to 109.00 pence per share. The repurchased shares will be canceled, leaving the total number of voting rights at 765,783,144. This move is likely to impact the company’s share value and market perception, as share buybacks can be a strategy to enhance shareholder value by reducing the number of shares in circulation.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DATA) stock is a Hold with a £119.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on GlobalData stock, see the GB:DATA Stock Forecast page.

Stock Buyback
GlobalData Announces Share Buyback, Reduces Share Count
Neutral
Dec 9, 2025

GlobalData Plc has announced a share buyback transaction, purchasing 100,000 of its ordinary shares as part of a program initiated on November 26, 2025. This move will reduce the total number of shares in circulation to 765,863,162, potentially impacting shareholder voting rights and interest calculations under the FCA’s rules.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DATA) stock is a Hold with a £119.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on GlobalData stock, see the GB:DATA Stock Forecast page.

Business Operations and StrategyStock Buyback
GlobalData Enhances Shareholder Value with Share Buyback
Positive
Dec 8, 2025

GlobalData Plc has announced the purchase of 98,560 of its ordinary shares as part of its ongoing Share Buyback Programme. The repurchased shares will be canceled, reducing the total number of shares in issue and affecting the total voting rights. This move is part of the company’s strategy to manage its capital structure and potentially enhance shareholder value.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DATA) stock is a Hold with a £119.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on GlobalData stock, see the GB:DATA Stock Forecast page.

Stock Buyback
GlobalData Executes Share Buyback to Enhance Shareholder Value
Positive
Dec 5, 2025

GlobalData Plc, a company engaged in data analytics and consulting, has announced a transaction involving the repurchase of its own shares as part of its Share Buyback Programme. On December 4, 2025, the company purchased 94,334 ordinary shares at prices ranging from 105.50 to 108.50 pence, with a weighted average price of 107.6459 pence. The repurchased shares will be canceled, leaving the total number of voting rights at 766,061,722. This move is likely to impact the company’s capital structure and shareholder value, as it reduces the number of shares in circulation and can potentially increase earnings per share.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DATA) stock is a Buy with a £170.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on GlobalData stock, see the GB:DATA Stock Forecast page.

Stock Buyback
GlobalData Executes Share Buyback, Cancels Repurchased Shares
Neutral
Dec 4, 2025

GlobalData Plc has announced the purchase of 99,089 of its ordinary shares as part of its Share Buyback Programme, which began on November 26, 2025. The repurchased shares will be canceled, leaving the company with a total of 766,156,056 voting rights. This move is likely to impact the company’s share value and could influence shareholder decisions regarding their interests in the company.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DATA) stock is a Buy with a £170.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on GlobalData stock, see the GB:DATA Stock Forecast page.

Stock Buyback
GlobalData Executes Share Buyback, Adjusts Voting Rights
Neutral
Dec 3, 2025

GlobalData PLC has announced the purchase of 88,548 of its ordinary shares as part of its ongoing Share Buyback Programme, with prices ranging from 112.00 to 118.50 pence per share. This transaction reduces the total number of shares in circulation to 766,255,145, impacting the total voting rights and potentially influencing shareholder interests and market dynamics.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DATA) stock is a Buy with a £170.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on GlobalData stock, see the GB:DATA Stock Forecast page.

Stock Buyback
GlobalData Executes Share Buyback to Enhance Market Position
Positive
Dec 2, 2025

GlobalData Plc has announced a transaction involving the repurchase of 97,033 of its ordinary shares as part of its Share Buyback Programme, which began on November 26, 2025. The repurchased shares will be canceled, adjusting the total number of voting rights to 766,343,693. This move is likely to impact the company’s market positioning by potentially increasing shareholder value and optimizing capital structure.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DATA) stock is a Buy with a £170.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on GlobalData stock, see the GB:DATA Stock Forecast page.

Stock BuybackRegulatory Filings and Compliance
GlobalData Executes Share Buyback, Adjusting Voting Rights
Neutral
Dec 1, 2025

GlobalData Plc has announced the purchase of 93,377 of its own ordinary shares as part of its Share Buyback Programme, which began on November 26, 2025. The repurchased shares will be canceled, leaving the company with 766,440,726 shares in issue, impacting the total voting rights and potentially influencing shareholder interests in line with FCA’s regulations.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DATA) stock is a Buy with a £170.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on GlobalData stock, see the GB:DATA Stock Forecast page.

Stock Buyback
GlobalData Initiates £10 Million Share Buyback Programme
Neutral
Nov 26, 2025

GlobalData Plc has announced the commencement of a share buyback programme with a maximum consideration of £10 million, aimed at returning surplus capital to shareholders and reducing the company’s share capital. The buyback will be executed on the London Stock Exchange, adhering to regulatory conditions, and involves non-discretionary arrangements with Investec Bank plc to manage the process.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DATA) stock is a Hold with a £116.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on GlobalData stock, see the GB:DATA Stock Forecast page.

Stock Buyback
GlobalData Initiates £10 Million Share Buyback Programme
Neutral
Nov 26, 2025

GlobalData Plc has announced the commencement of a share buyback programme with a maximum consideration of £10 million, aiming to return surplus capital to shareholders and reduce share capital. The buyback will be executed on the London Stock Exchange under specific regulatory conditions and is expected to conclude before the next Annual General Meeting.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DATA) stock is a Hold with a £116.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on GlobalData stock, see the GB:DATA Stock Forecast page.

Business Operations and StrategyStock BuybackDelistings and Listing Changes
GlobalData Announces Share Buyback and Main Market Move
Positive
Nov 24, 2025

GlobalData Plc hosted its 2025 Capital Markets Event in London, highlighting its investments in AI and the differentiation achieved in client engagement. The company announced a £10m share buyback program and reaffirmed its commitment to moving to the Main Market, with an update expected in January 2026. These initiatives reflect GlobalData’s strong financial position and its focus on long-term profit growth to enhance shareholder value.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DATA) stock is a Hold with a £116.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on GlobalData stock, see the GB:DATA Stock Forecast page.

Glossary
BuyA stock rated as a "Buy" is expected to perform better than the overall market or a specific benchmark over the near-to-medium term. This rating suggests the stock is likely to deliver higher returns compared to other stocks in the same sector or market index. Note: This is not investment advice; please consult a financial advisor before making investment decisions.
HoldA stock rated as a "Hold" is expected to perform in line with the overall market or a specific benchmark. This rating indicates that the stock is neither particularly compelling nor unfavorable for investment. Note: This is not investment advice; please consult a financial advisor before making investment decisions.
SellA stock rated as a "Sell" is expected to perform worse than the overall market or a specific benchmark over the near-to-medium term. This rating suggests the stock may deliver lower returns compared to other stocks in the same sector or market index. Note: This is not investment advice; please consult a financial advisor before making investment decisions.

Disclaimer

This AI Analyst Stock Report is automatically generated by our AI systems using advanced algorithms and publicly available financial, technical, and market data. While the information provided aims to be accurate and insightful, it is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Any content created by an AI (Artificial Intelligence) system may contain inaccuracies and/or contain errors. Investing in stocks carries inherent risks, and past performance is not indicative of future results. This report does not account for your personal financial circumstances, objectives, or risk tolerance. Always conduct your own research or consult with a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions. The analysis and recommendations provided are based on historical and current data and may not fully reflect future market conditions or unexpected developments. Neither the creators of this report nor its affiliated entities guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the information presented. Use this report at your own discretion and risk.Date of analysis: Feb 04, 2026