Sampo plc Acquires 402,377 A Shares at €9.87 Average Price
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
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Source: Globenewswire
- Buyback Scale: On January 13, 2026, Sampo plc repurchased 402,377 A shares at an average price of €9.87, demonstrating the company's confidence in its stock value and aiming to enhance shareholder returns.
- Background of Buyback Plan: Announced on November 5, 2025, the buyback program has a maximum limit of €150 million, complying with market abuse regulations, indicating the company's proactive strategy in capital management.
- Ownership Proportion: Following the buyback, Sampo plc holds a total of 11,303,152 A shares, representing 0.42% of the total share capital, further strengthening its market control and investor confidence.
- Market Reaction: The buyback activity took place across multiple trading venues, including AQEU and CEUX, reflecting ongoing market interest in Sampo plc's stock and active participation from investors.
Analyst Views on SMP
Wall Street analysts forecast SMP stock price to rise over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for SMP is 49.00 USD with a low forecast of 49.00 USD and a high forecast of 49.00 USD. However, analyst price targets are subjective and often lag stock prices, so investors should focus on the objective reasons behind analyst rating changes, which better reflect the company's fundamentals.
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Current: 38.710
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49.00
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About SMP
Standard Motor Products, Inc. is a manufacturer and distributor of replacement parts in the automotive aftermarket and a custom-engineered solutions provider to vehicle and equipment manufacturers in diverse non-aftermarket end markets. The Company’s Vehicle Control Segment services its core automotive aftermarket customers through its offering of replacement parts within the product groups: Engine Management, Electrical and Safety and Wire Sets and Other. Its Temperature Control Segment also services its core automotive aftermarket customers through its offering of replacement parts within the various product groups: AC System Components and Other Thermal Components. The Company’s Engineered Solutions Segment services its vehicle and equipment manufacturing customers across diverse global end markets, including on-highway and off-highway applications such as commercial and light vehicles, construction, agriculture, power sports, marine, hydraulics and lawn and garden.
About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
