London, Feb 3, 2026, 09:03 GMT — Regular session
- LSEG shares dipped in early trading, falling behind a stronger European equity market.
- A new buyback announcement put the spotlight back on the rapid pace at which the group is cutting its share count.
- On deck: Bank of England’s February 5 decision and LSEG’s full-year earnings due later this month.
London Stock Exchange Group shares slipped 0.5% to 8,190 pence, hovering near the day’s low after an 8,236 pence open. The stock has dropped roughly 31% over the last year, edging close to a recent 52-week bottom. (London South East)
The drop counts now as investors seek clarity beyond daily market fluctuations. LSEG continues to buy stock and approaches earnings season following a turbulent period for global risk assets.
The group reported buying 246,500 shares on Feb. 2 at an average price of 8,220.94 pence, with plans to cancel them, reducing the total shares outstanding. The transactions, carried out via Citigroup Global Markets Limited, ranged between 8,120 pence and 8,326 pence, it said. (Investegate)
LSEG also revealed that its voting rights totaled 507,511,909 at the end of January, with 21,451,599 shares held in treasury—these shares don’t carry any voting power. Shareholders use this number as the reference point for UK rules on notifying changes in stakes. (Investegate)
European shares reached record highs on Tuesday, buoyed by a pause in the recent commodity market sell-off and a renewed focus on earnings. The broader market showed no signs of trouble. (Reuters)
London’s FTSE 100 closed Monday at a record high, buoyed by gains in banks and defensive sectors. “Improving global risk sentiment” fueled the rally, according to Ipek Ozkardeskaya, senior analyst at Swissquote Bank. (Reuters)
LSEG operates as a financial markets infrastructure and data group, blending subscription-based data and analytics with revenue linked to trading and clearing activity. This combination means the shares can move unpredictably as volatility spikes or eases. (Reuters)
Buybacks offer some support, but they’re far from a cure-all. Investors remain focused on whether the company can sustain momentum in its stronger, recurring revenue streams as markets grapple with the latest shifts in rates and commodity prices.
The risk is obvious. Should volatility settle following last week’s commodities shock, the transaction-heavy segments could slow down. And the market tends to be unforgiving if subscription growth disappoints.
UK markets are keyed up for a key moment later this week: the Bank of England will unveil its next policy decision on Thursday, Feb. 5. (Bank of England)
LSEG investors are eyeing the preliminary results for the year ending Dec. 31, due Feb. 26. That announcement will likely steer the stock’s next move, no matter the direction. (LSEG)
