Highlights
- Insider Jonathan Murphy acquires 393 shares of Assura Plc (AGR) at GBX 38 per share.
- Assura Plc stock experiences a 2.0% decline in recent trading.
- Company announces a dividend payout to shareholders in mid-January.
On January 6th, Jonathan Murphy, an insider at Assura Plc (LON:AGR), made a significant acquisition, purchasing 393 shares of the company’s stock. The shares were bought at an average price of GBX 38 each. This transaction comes amid a period of market fluctuation for Assura Plc, with the stock seeing a 2.0% drop in recent trading activity. This move also places Assura Plc among the notable LON real estate stocks as it continues to navigate the real estate sector in the UK.
Assura Plc shares opened at GBX 37.10 on Wednesday, reflecting the company’s current market positioning. Despite the recent downturn, Assura remains a notable player in the healthcare property sector, with a portfolio of over 600 healthcare buildings serving millions of patients across the UK and Ireland.
Assura Plc specializes in healthcare property investment and development, with a focus on enhancing health outcomes. The company’s portfolio includes over 600 healthcare buildings, supporting more than six million patients. Assura has made substantial progress in the development of healthcare infrastructure, having built more than 100 healthcare properties to date.
In addition to its healthcare endeavors, Assura recently earned B Corp certification in July 2024, becoming the first FTSE 250 company to do so. This certification highlights the company’s commitment to social and environmental performance, reinforcing its strategic focus on the “Bigger Picture” of healthy environments, communities, and business.
The company has also announced a dividend payout for January 15th, which will be issued to shareholders who were on record as of December 12th. This dividend reflects Assura’s ongoing efforts to maintain shareholder value despite the challenges presented by market conditions.