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Ashtead ( (GB:AHT) ) has issued an update.
Ashtead Group PLC, a company engaged in a share repurchase program, announced the purchase of 87,217 of its ordinary shares on October 8, 2025, as part of its $1.5 billion buyback initiative. The transaction, executed through J.P. Morgan Securities plc, involved shares priced between 5,080 and 5,170 pence, with an average price of 5,121.6029 pence. This move leaves Ashtead with 421,833,409 ordinary shares in issue, excluding treasury shares, and 29,521,424 shares held in treasury. The share repurchase is part of Ashtead’s strategy to manage its capital structure and enhance shareholder value.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:AHT) stock is a Buy with a £5689.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Ashtead stock, see the GB:AHT Stock Forecast page.
Spark’s Take on GB:AHT Stock
According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, GB:AHT is a Outperform.
Ashtead’s overall stock score reflects strong financial performance and positive earnings call guidance, which are the most significant factors. The technical analysis presents mixed signals, with short-term bearish momentum but longer-term bullish trends. Valuation is fair, with a reasonable P/E ratio and modest dividend yield. Operational challenges noted in the earnings call could impact future performance, but the company’s strategic initiatives and market expansion efforts are promising.
To see Spark’s full report on GB:AHT stock, click here.
More about Ashtead
Average Trading Volume: 804,633
Technical Sentiment Signal: Strong Buy
Current Market Cap: £21.44B
See more insights into AHT stock on TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.