Barclays PLC announced that on 14 October 2025, it repurchased 168,942,728 shares at an average price of 373.36 pence each, reducing its issued share capital to 13,962,860,446 shares. The move reflects the bank’s ongoing efforts to return capital to shareholders.

In macroeconomic news, Barclays economists have suggested that the Bank of England may consider cutting interest rates at its November Monetary Policy Committee meeting, citing recent data indicating a slowdown in wage growth.

Separately, on 10 October 2025, Barclays crossed a voting rights threshold in the Edinburgh Worldwide Investment Trust PLC, as part of routine procedures for significant holdings.

The combination of a large share buyback and strategic investment activity highlights Barclays’ focus on shareholder value and active portfolio management amid evolving economic conditions.