Macfarlane Group (MACF) Executes Buyback of 417,072 Shares for Cancellation Over Four Days in September 2026

Macfarlane Group PLC (LSE:MACF) MACF (LSE:MACF) , the Glasgow-based UK packaging distributor and manufacturer, has announced the repurchase of 417,072 ordinary shares for cancellation over four trading sessions from 1 to 4 September 2026, as part of its ongoing share buyback initiative. These transactions were conducted via Shore Capital Stockbrokers Limited on the London Stock Exchange. After the cancellations, the company's total issued share capital is 154,741,968 ordinary shares, which also corresponds to the total voting rights within the company. Key Highlights Macfarlane Group PLC (LSE:MACF) MACF (LSE:MACF) — UK-listed leader in packaging distribution and manufacturing — UK-listed leader in packaging distribution and manufacturing 417,072 ordinary shares of 25 pence each repurchased for cancellation between 1 and 4 September 2026 Volume weighted average prices ranged from 77.767 pence on 1 September to 79.540 pence on 4 September 2026; total issued share capital now 154,741,968 shares Investors advised to watch for further buyback updates as the programme, extended on 12 May 2026, remains active Initially announced on 15 May 2025 and extended on 12 May 2026, Macfarlane's share buyback programme continues with Shore Capital Stockbrokers Limited serving as the purchasing broker. All repurchases took place on the London Stock Exchange (XLON). The shares bought are designated for cancellation, meaning they will be permanently retired rather than held as treasury stock. Macfarlane confirms it holds no ordinary shares in treasury following these transactions, leaving the full issued share capital of 154,741,968 ordinary shares as the total voting rights figure. Detailed Daily Share Purchases and Prices from 1 to 4 September 2026 On 1 September 2026, Macfarlane acquired 96,266 shares at a volume weighted average price of 77.767 pence. On 2 September, 100,886 shares were purchased across three trades, with prices ranging from 77.350 pence to 78.950 pence and a volume weighted average price of 78.660 pence. On 3 September, 105,613 shares were bought in three trades at prices between 79.500 pence and 79.800 pence. The highest single-day volume occurred on 4 September, with 114,307 shares purchased in two trades at prices between 79.200 pence and 79.860 pence, yielding a volume weighted average price of 79.540 pence. Macfarlane Group's Position as the UK's Premier Protective Packaging Distributor Established over 75 years ago and listed on the London Stock Exchange's Main Market since 1973, Macfarlane Group operates through two main divisions: Packaging Distribution, trading as Macfarlane Packaging Distribution, and Manufacturing Operations, trading as Macfarlane Design and Manufacture. The group employs more than 1,200 staff across 42 locations primarily in the UK, with additional operations in Ireland, Germany, and the Netherlands. It serves over 20,000 customers spanning sectors such as logistics, defence, medical, aerospace, and retail e-commerce, sourcing products from a network exceeding 2,000 suppliers. To keep reading, please log in to your account, create a free account, or simply fill out the form below.