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Barclays ( (GB:BARC) ) has provided an update.
Barclays PLC has announced the purchase and cancellation of over 2.2 million of its ordinary shares as part of a buy-back program initiated in July 2025. This move is expected to reduce the total number of shares in circulation, potentially increasing the value of remaining shares, and reflects Barclays’ strategy to return capital to shareholders, thereby strengthening its market position.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:BARC) stock is a Hold with a £4.15 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Barclays stock, see the GB:BARC Stock Forecast page.
Spark’s Take on GB:BARC Stock
According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, GB:BARC is a Outperform.
Barclays’ strong financial performance and attractive valuation are the primary drivers of its high score. The positive earnings call further supports the outlook, despite some technical indicators suggesting caution. The absence of corporate events does not impact the overall assessment.
To see Spark’s full report on GB:BARC stock, click here.
More about Barclays
Barclays PLC is a major player in the financial services industry, offering a wide range of products including retail and investment banking, credit cards, and wealth management services. The company operates globally, with a strong focus on the UK market.
Average Trading Volume: 35,111,981
Technical Sentiment Signal: Buy
Current Market Cap: £50.73B
See more data about BARC stock on TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.