GlobalData Plc Completes Buyback of 93,945 Shares at Average Price of 73.92 Pence

Summary of 22 July 2026 Share Buyback Activity

GlobalData Plc completed a significant tranche of share repurchases on 22 July 2026, acquiring 93,945 ordinary shares of .0001 each through its broker Investec Bank plc. The buyback was conducted exclusively on the London Stock Exchange, with trades executed between 08:41 and 16:13 hours. The lowest price paid was 72.70 pence at 08:43, and the highest was 74.50 pence at 11:24.

The weighted average price across all shares purchased that day was 73.9185 pence, calculated as the volume-weighted average price of all transactions executed by Investec on behalf of GlobalData. The announcement includes detailed trade breakdowns with timestamps, transaction reference numbers, and prices, demonstrating full regulatory compliance with the Market Abuse Regulation and FCA Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules.

Share Cancellation and Impact on Capital Structure

GlobalData Plc confirmed it will immediately cancel the 93,945 repurchased shares, permanently reducing issued share capital rather than holding shares in treasury. This reduces the total ordinary shares in issue to 745,424,812. The Group holds no ordinary shares in treasury, indicating all prior buyback shares have been cancelled.

This reduction affects total voting rights, now at 745,424,812, which shareholders should use as the denominator for calculating disclosure obligations under FCA rules. The cancellation enhances earnings per share by lowering the share count, assuming other factors remain constant.

Buyback Execution on London Stock Exchange with Narrow Price Range

The 93,945 shares were acquired through 81 transactions on XLON, with prices tightly ranged within 180 basis points (72.70 to 74.50 pence), reflecting stable market conditions. The weighted average price of 73.9185 pence is near the midpoint of this range, indicating balanced execution.

Transaction sizes varied from single shares at 73.40 pence to larger blocks exceeding 4,000 shares. The largest trade was 4,160 shares at 74.00 pence at 12:31. This varied sizing aligns with algorithmic trading strategies to minimize market impact and achieve price averaging. All trades include transaction reference numbers for audit and compliance purposes.

Overview of the Share Buyback Programme

The current Share Buyback Programme began on 23 June 2026. The announcement does not specify the maximum authorized shares for repurchase, total budget, or expected duration. For such details, investors should consult the company’s AGM documents or prior regulatory disclosures.

Having operated for about four weeks by this announcement, the programme continues with Investec Bank plc as the appointed broker executing purchases on the London Stock Exchange. Future buyback tranches may be announced subject to programme terms and market conditions.

Regulatory Compliance and Transparency

GlobalData Plc confirms all repurchases comply with Article 5(1)(b) of the Market Abuse Regulation (EU) No 596/2014 as incorporated into UK law. This regulation governs pricing, timing, volume, and disclosure requirements for buybacks. The detailed transaction schedule with timestamps, prices, volumes, venues, and reference numbers evidences the company’s commitment to transparency and regulatory adherence.

Each trade’s reference number allows full traceability and audit verification by regulators and market participants, ensuring all transactions are properly executed and reported in line with London Stock Exchange and FCA standards. This transparency mitigates risks of market abuse related to share buyback activities.

Shareholder Disclosure Obligations and Voting Rights

The announcement clarifies that shareholders must use the updated total voting rights figure of 745,424,812 when calculating notifiable interest thresholds under FCA Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules. The reduced share count may increase individual shareholders’ percentage interests, potentially triggering notification requirements even without share transactions.

GlobalData Plc’s explicit disclosure ensures shareholders can accurately assess their regulatory notification obligations to the company and FCA following the buyback and cancellation.

No Treasury Shares Held Post-Cancellation

Following cancellation of the repurchased shares, GlobalData Plc holds no ordinary shares in treasury. This indicates a consistent policy of cancelling buyback shares rather than retaining them for future use, simplifying capital structure and providing certainty on shares outstanding.

This contrasts with companies that retain treasury shares for employee schemes or acquisitions. GlobalData’s approach prioritizes permanent capital reduction, meaning any future capital raising or acquisitions would require new share issuance and shareholder approval.

Execution Strategy and Trading Patterns on 22 July 2026

The 81 trades executed on 22 July demonstrate a methodical buyback approach, with transactions spread from 08:41 to 16:13. Volume concentrated in four main periods: early morning (08:43), mid-morning (09:00–10:11), lunchtime (11:24–12:37), and afternoon (from 13:33). Approximately 23% of volume occurred during lunchtime, reflecting liquidity or broker strategy.

Consistent pricing within 72.70 to 74.50 pence throughout indicates stable market conditions and effective execution without significant market disruption.

Regulatory Framework Governing Buyback Programme

GlobalData Plc’s buyback operates under a robust regulatory framework to safeguard market integrity and prevent abuse. Compliance with Article 5(1)(b) of the Market Abuse Regulation permits share repurchases for capital reduction under strict conditions on pricing, volume, and transparency.

All trades occurred on the London Stock Exchange, adhering to Exchange rules and UK equity trading regulations. Transaction reference numbers enable cross-verification with Exchange records, ensuring full compliance and oversight.