Prudential plc (NYSE: PUK) repurchases 449,197 shares for cancellation
Filing Impact
Filing Sentiment
Form Type
6-K
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Prudential plc reported that it repurchased 449,197 of its ordinary shares of 5 pence each on 27 April 2026 from JP Morgan Securities plc under a previously announced buyback arrangement.
The shares were bought on the London Stock Exchange at prices between £11.1800 and £11.3800, with an average price of £11.2415. Prudential intends to cancel all repurchased shares. After this transaction, the company will have 2,521,670,925 shares in issue, which is also the total number of voting rights. Shareholders can use this figure as the denominator when assessing disclosure thresholds under the UK’s Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules.
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Key Figures
Shares repurchased: 449,197 shares
Lowest repurchase price: £11.1800 per share
Highest repurchase price: £11.3800 per share
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6 metrics
Shares repurchased
449,197 shares
Ordinary shares bought back on 27 April 2026
Lowest repurchase price
£11.1800 per share
Minimum price paid in the 27 April 2026 buyback
Highest repurchase price
£11.3800 per share
Maximum price paid in the 27 April 2026 buyback
Average repurchase price
£11.2415 per share
Volume-weighted average price on London Stock Exchange
Shares in issue after buyback
2,521,670,925 shares
Total shares and voting rights following cancellation
Aggregated buyback volume
449,197 shares
Total volume repurchased on London Stock Exchange
Key Terms
on-market purchase, Market Abuse Regulation, Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules, voting rights, +1 more
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on-market purchase financial
"as an on-market purchase for the purposes of the Hong Kong Code on Share Buy-Backs"
Market Abuse Regulation regulatory
"In accordance with Article 5(1)(b) of the Market Abuse Regulation (EU) No 596/2014"
Market abuse regulation consists of laws and rules designed to prevent dishonest or manipulative practices in financial markets. It aims to ensure fair and transparent trading, so investors can trust that markets operate honestly, much like rules that keep a game fair. By reducing unfair advantages, it helps protect investor confidence and promotes healthy, efficient markets.
Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules regulatory
"under the FCA's Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules"
Disclosure guidance and transparency rules are the standards and regulations that require companies to share clear, timely information about their finances, risks, operations and material events. They matter to investors because consistent, honest reporting is like a car’s dashboard — it reveals the data you need to judge safety and performance and make informed buying or selling decisions. Strong disclosure reduces surprises and helps keep markets fair and efficient.
voting rights financial
"the total number of voting rights in the Company will be 2,521,670,925"
Voting rights are the ability of shareholders to have a say in important company decisions, like choosing leaders or approving big changes. They matter because they give owners a voice in how the company is run, similar to how voters influence elections, ensuring the company acts in shareholders’ interests.
FAQ
What did Prudential plc (PUK) announce in this Form 6-K filing?
Prudential plc announced the repurchase of 449,197 ordinary shares of 5 pence each on 27 April 2026. The buyback was executed through JP Morgan Securities plc under an existing arrangement and the company intends to cancel all of the repurchased shares.
Where can investors find detailed trade data for Prudential plc’s buyback?
A full breakdown of individual trades for Prudential plc’s 27 April 2026 buyback is available via a linked PDF on the London Stock Exchange website. The announcement also notes that the information will be accessible on Prudential’s own corporate website.