Date: 11 November 2025
JD Sports Fashion (LSE: JD., ticker JD.L) traded modestly higher today as the retailer reported another daily share repurchase under its £100m buyback. Here’s today’s price action, the fresh RNS, and the next catalysts investors should watch
Quick take
- Share price today: JD.L traded around the mid‑80p level, up slightly on the session, with an intraday range in the mid‑80s and a 52‑week range of 61.04p–122.55p. [1]
- Fresh RNS (today): JD Sports bought back 1,527,952 shares on 10 Nov at a VWAP of 84.61p (highest 86.00p; lowest 84.04p). After this transaction, shares in issue (ex‑treasury) stood at 5,005,805,042, with 79,897,460 shares held in treasury. [2]
- Near‑term calendar: Q3 trading statement scheduled for 20 November 2025; interim dividend 0.33p payable 28 November 2025. [3]
JD.L share price snapshot (11 Nov 2025)
JD Sports shares ticked higher in London, with last trade c. 85p, a day range of 84.06p–85.60p, and a 52‑week range of 61.04p–122.55p. Previous close was 84.76p; today’s open 85.30p. These figures position the stock near the lower third of its 12‑month range despite today’s uptick. [4]
Today’s JD Sports newsflow (11 Nov 2025)
Ongoing buyback: new daily disclosure
JD Sports disclosed a “Transaction in Own Shares” RNS covering market purchases executed Monday, 10 Nov as part of its ongoing £100m share repurchase programme. The company bought 1,527,952 ordinary shares at a VWAP of 84.61p (price range 84.04p–86.00p). Post‑purchase, JD confirmed 79,897,460 shares in treasury and 5,005,805,042 shares in issue (excluding treasury), with the repurchased stock to be cancelled. [5]
Why it matters: Regular daily repurchases can support earnings per share over time and may provide a floor for the share price during periods of volatility, even if fundamental drivers (like trading conditions and the product cycle) remain the longer‑term determinant of valuation.
Context: JD launched this buyback in late summer to return up to £100m to shareholders; the company has been reporting near‑daily executions since. [6]
Recent (yesterday) board change worth noting
While not dated today, yesterday (10 Nov) JD appointed Sarah Kuijlaars (CFO of Tate & Lyle) as an independent non‑executive director. After a handover, she will chair the Audit & Risk Committee from 1 June 2026, succeeding Ian Dyson (who remains a committee member). Appointments at the audit chair level can be material for governance and oversight of controls as JD scales internationally. [7]
What’s next for investors
1) Q3 trading statement — 20 November 2025
Management is slated to issue its Q3 2025/26 trading update next week. Given the year’s moving parts (apparel cycle, North America normalization, and tariff sensitivities), this read‑through on like‑for‑like sales, margin, and inventory will be the next major catalyst. [8]
2) Dividend timetable — 28 November 2025 payment
JD reaffirmed an interim dividend of 0.33p per share, payable 28 Nov 2025, consistent with prior year policy. Ex‑dividend was 30 Oct 2025; register date 31 Oct 2025. Income‑focused holders will look for continuity here as management balances cash returns with store growth and digital investment. [9]
Broader setup and risk checks
- Operating backdrop: Through 2025, JD has flagged a volatile environment and kept near‑term guidance tight, citing pressure points in the U.S. and selective consumer spending. Any stabilization in the Nike product cycle (a large brand partner) remains a swing factor for demand. [10]
- Valuation & range: With the stock hovering in the 80s pence area versus a 52‑week high above £1.20, the market is still discounting an elongated recovery timeline; the Q3 print will help recalibrate expectations. [11]
Key facts to bookmark
- Ticker: JD.L (LSE: JD.) — FTSE‑listed global sports fashion retailer.
- Today’s print (indicative):~85p, day range 84.06p–85.60p. [12]
- RNS (today):1,527,952 shares repurchased at 84.61p VWAP; 5,005,805,042 shares in issue (ex‑treasury) post‑deal. [13]
- Next catalysts:Q3 update — 20 Nov 2025; interim dividend payment — 28 Nov 2025. [14]
Bottom line
For 11 November 2025, the story is steady: JD Sports shares are slightly firmer, underpinned by ongoing buybacks, with attention now turning to next week’s Q3 trading update and the late‑November dividend. Today’s disclosures don’t change the thesis, but they reinforce capital‑return discipline as investors wait for clearer top‑line momentum into the holiday period. [15]
Disclosure: This article is for information only and not investment advice. Always do your own research or consult a licensed adviser before making investment decisions.
References
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