Imperial Brands stock price rises as buyback rolls on — what to watch before Monday open
London, February 1, 2026, 09:33 GMT — Market closed
- On Friday, Imperial Brands ended the day 1.39% higher, closing at 3,066p (£30.66)
- Company announced an additional buyback tranche as part of its £1.45 billion programme
- Up next: ex-dividend date on Feb. 19; half-year results due May 12
Imperial Brands (IMB.L) ended Friday at 3,066 pence (£30.66), rising 42 pence, or 1.39%, while the FTSE 100 gained 0.51%. Roughly 1.06 million shares traded, with the stock yielding 5.23% in dividends at close. (Hargreaves Lansdown)
With London closed Sunday, all eyes shift to Monday’s reopening (Feb. 2) and if the stock can maintain its gains. For Imperial, the immediate focus remains on cash returns — buybacks and…
