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Playtech Advances Share Buyback Program with Latest Purchase

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Playtech Advances Share Buyback Program with Latest Purchase

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Playtech ( (GB:PTEC) ) has shared an update.

Playtech plc announced the purchase of 140,000 ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange as part of its £43.7 million share buyback program. These shares are being transferred to the company’s Employee Benefit Trust to fund awards under employee share schemes, maintaining the total number of shares and voting rights. This move is part of Playtech’s strategy to manage its capital structure and reward employees, potentially enhancing shareholder value and reinforcing its position in the gambling technology sector.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:PTEC) stock is a Hold with a £389.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Playtech stock, see the GB:PTEC Stock Forecast page.

Spark’s Take on GB:PTEC Stock

According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, GB:PTEC is a Neutral.

Playtech’s overall score is driven by its strong financial performance and reasonable valuation. However, bearish technical indicators and revenue challenges weigh on the score. The company’s strategic focus on high-growth markets and positive EBITDA guidance provide a cautiously optimistic outlook.

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

More about Playtech

Playtech, founded in 1999 and listed on the London Stock Exchange, is a leading technology company in the gambling industry. It provides business intelligence-driven gambling software, services, content, and platform technology across popular product verticals such as casino, live casino, sports betting, bingo, and poker. Playtech is known for its omni-channel gambling technology through its integrated platform, Playtech ONE, which offers data-driven marketing, single wallet functionality, CRM, and responsible gambling solutions. The company partners with leading brands in regulated markets, providing technology on a B2B basis to online and retail operators, land-based casino groups, and government-sponsored entities like lotteries.

Average Trading Volume: 789,747

Technical Sentiment Signal: Buy

Current Market Cap: £1.1B

For detailed information about PTEC stock, go to TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.

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