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description: "Tesco plc is advancing its £750 million share buyback program, having repurchased 436,666 shares at an average price of 458.02p. This move reduces the share count to 6,378,879,288 and signals capital discipline, potentially enhancing earnings per share and supporting stock valuation. Tesco's commitment to returning excess capital is evident as it continues to retire shares. The latest analyst rating for Tesco stock is a Hold with a £460.00 price target, while TipRanks’ AI Analyst rates it as Outperform, citing solid financial execution and attractive valuation."
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# Tesco Advances £750m Buyback, Cuts Share Count Further

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The latest update is out from Tesco plc ( (GB:TSCO) ).

Tesco plc has continued executing its £750 million share buyback programme, purchasing 436,666 ordinary shares on 13 May 2026 at an average price of 458.02p, with the shares to be cancelled to reduce the company’s share capital. Following this latest transaction, Tesco’s shares in issue stand at 6,378,879,288, and since 22 April 2026 it has repurchased 6,303,508 shares for £30 million, a move that typically signals capital discipline, enhances earnings per share, and may support the stock’s valuation for existing shareholders.

The updated share count also provides a new denominator for investors and other parties who must calculate disclosure thresholds under U.K. transparency rules, clarifying reporting obligations tied to movements in Tesco’s equity. By continuing to retire shares rather than hold them in treasury, Tesco underscores its commitment to returning excess capital and potentially improving returns for long-term investors, while maintaining compliance with market abuse and disclosure regulations.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:TSCO) stock is a Hold with a £460.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Tesco plc stock, see the GB:TSCO Stock Forecast page.

**Spark’s Take on TSCO Stock**

According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, TSCO is a Outperform.

The score is driven primarily by solid financial execution (improving profitability and strong recent cash generation) and an attractive valuation (low P/E with a ~3% dividend). The earnings call reinforced confidence via upgraded cash outlook and continued buybacks, while leverage, thin margins, and cost/competitive pressures keep the score from moving higher; technicals are supportive but only moderately strong.

To see Spark’s full report on TSCO stock, click here.

**More about Tesco plc**

Tesco plc is a leading U.K.-based grocery and general merchandise retailer, operating supermarkets, hypermarkets, and convenience stores, with a focus on value, scale, and strong market share in food and everyday essentials. The group also offers online shopping and related retail services, positioning it as one of the dominant players in the British food retail sector.

**Average Trading Volume:** 17,417,459

**Technical Sentiment Signal:** Strong Buy

**Current Market Cap:** £29B

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