Barclays PLC Advances Share Buy-Back Program with Latest Repurchase

Barclays ( (GB:BARC) ) has issued an update.

Barclays PLC announced the repurchase and cancellation of 2,943,157 of its ordinary shares as part of its ongoing buy-back program. This transaction, conducted through Citigroup Global Markets Limited, aims to reduce the company’s share capital and potentially enhance shareholder value. Following this cancellation, Barclays’ issued share capital will consist of 13,962,860,446 ordinary shares with voting rights. The buy-back program, which began on 30 July 2025, has so far resulted in the purchase of 168,942,728 shares, reflecting the company’s strategic efforts to manage its capital structure and improve financial metrics.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:BARC) stock is a Buy with a £415.00 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 positive earnings call sentiment are the most significant factors driving the score. The technical analysis supports a bullish outlook, while the valuation suggests the stock is attractively priced. Despite some cash flow volatility and external challenges, the overall outlook remains positive.

To see Spark’s full report on GB:BARC stock, click here.

More about Barclays

Barclays PLC operates in the financial services industry, offering a range of products and services including personal banking, credit cards, corporate and investment banking, and wealth management. The company primarily focuses on the UK and international markets, providing financial solutions to individuals, businesses, and institutions.

Average Trading Volume: 33,871,088

Technical Sentiment Signal: Buy

Current Market Cap: £51.97B

For a thorough assessment of BARC stock, go to TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.