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Whitbread PLC Advances Share Buy-Back Program with Latest Acquisition

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  • Whitbread PLC operates in the hospitality industry, focusing on hotels and restaurants.
  • Whitbread has purchased 53,518 shares as part of a buy-back program, correcting previous reporting errors.
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Whitbread PLC Advances Share Buy-Back Program with Latest Acquisition

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Whitbread ( (GB:WTB) ) has shared an announcement.

Whitbread PLC has announced a recent transaction involving the purchase of 53,518 of its ordinary shares as part of its ongoing share buy-back program. This move is part of a larger effort that began in May 2025, with the company having acquired over 3.6 million shares to date. The purchased shares are intended to be canceled, impacting the total number of voting rights and shares in issue. The announcement also corrects previous errors in the reported number of shares and voting rights, ensuring transparency and accuracy for stakeholders.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:WTB) stock is a Hold with a £30.20 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Whitbread stock, see the GB:WTB Stock Forecast page.

Spark’s Take on GB:WTB Stock

According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, GB:WTB is a Outperform.

Whitbread’s strong financial performance and positive earnings call drive the score, supported by solid technical indicators. Valuation is a moderate factor, with the P/E ratio and dividend yield providing a balanced view. The company’s strategic initiatives and efficiency gains are significant positives, despite some market challenges.

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

More about Whitbread

Whitbread PLC operates in the hospitality industry, primarily focusing on hotels and restaurants. The company is known for its Premier Inn hotel chain and a range of restaurant brands, serving a diverse market with a focus on providing quality accommodation and dining experiences.

Average Trading Volume: 462,844

Technical Sentiment Signal: Buy

Current Market Cap: £5.6B

See more data about WTB stock on TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.

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