MANU (Manchester United) 3-Month Share Buyback Ratio: 0.00% (As of Mar. 2026 )

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MANU Manchester United PLC MANU
72 GF Score
Price $20.05
GF Value $18.03
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
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What is Manchester United 3-Month Share Buyback Ratio?

Manchester United MANU +0.15% 72 3-Month Share Buyback Ratio is 0.00 as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates MANU with a GF Score™ of 72/100 and a GF Value™ of $18.03 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review.

Shares Outstanding (EOP) are shares that have been authorized, issued, and purchased by investors and are held by them.

3-Month Share Buyback Ratio measures the proportion of a company's outstanding shares repurchased over the past three months, calculated as the percentage change in shares outstanding from the previous quarter to the current quarter. A positive ratio may indicates share buybacks over the period, while a zero or negative ratio suggests no buybacks or potential share issuance. Manchester United's current 3-Month Share Buyback Ratio was 0.00%.


Manchester United  (NYSE:MANU) 3-Month Share Buyback Ratio Explanation

A positive ratio may indicates share buybacks over the period, while a zero or negative ratio suggests no buybacks or potential share issuance.


Be Aware

Investors usually like share buybacks. But as pointed by Warren Buffett, only if a company buys back shares at the prices below the stock's intrinsic value, it rewards remaining shareholders. If a company buys its overvalued stocks back, it destroys shareholder value.


Manchester United 3-Month Share Buyback Ratio Related Terms


MANU vs MSGE, CNK, LION: 3-Month Share Buyback Ratio Comparison

For the Entertainment subindustry, Manchester United's 3-Month Share Buyback Ratio, along with its competitors' market caps and 3-Month Share Buyback Ratio data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.


Manchester United 3-Month Share Buyback Ratio vs Media - Diversified Industry

For the Media - Diversified industry and Communication Services sector, Manchester United's 3-Month Share Buyback Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Manchester United's 3-Month Share Buyback Ratio falls into.


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Manchester United 3-Month Share Buyback Ratio Calculation

Manchester United's 3-Month Share Buyback Ratio for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as

3-Month Share Buyback Ratio=(Shares Outstanding (EOP) (Dec. 2025 ) - Shares Outstanding (EOP) (Mar. 2026 )) / Shares Outstanding (EOP) (Dec. 2025 )
=(172.434 - 172.434) / 172.434
=0.00%

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

What does a 3-Month Share Buyback Ratio of 0.00 mean?
Manchester United (MANU) has a 3-Month Share Buyback Ratio of 0.00 as of Mar. 2026. The 3-Month Share Buyback Ratio measures the proportion of a company's outstanding shares repurchased over the past three months, calculated as the percentage change in shares outstanding from the previous quarter to the current quarter. View historical data for Manchester United and its competitors.
Is Manchester United's 3-Month Share Buyback Ratio too high?
Manchester United's current 3-Month Share Buyback Ratio is 0.00. Overall, Manchester United has a GF Score™ of 72/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Manchester United's 3-Month Share Buyback Ratio compare to MSGE and CNK?
Manchester United's 3-Month Share Buyback Ratio of 0.00 can be compared against companies in the Media - Diversified industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good 3-Month Share Buyback Ratio for a Media - Diversified company?
A good 3-Month Share Buyback Ratio depends on the Media - Diversified industry context. However, 3-Month Share Buyback Ratio should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high 3-Month Share Buyback Ratio mean?
A high 3-Month Share Buyback Ratio can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. The 3-Month Share Buyback Ratio measures the proportion of a company's outstanding shares repurchased over the past three months, calculated as the percentage change in shares outstanding from the previous quarter to the current quarter. View historical data for Manchester United and its competitors. Manchester United's current 3-Month Share Buyback Ratio is 0.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Manchester United stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Manchester United (MANU) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $18.03, compared to a current price of $20.05 — trading 11.2% above its estimated fair value. The current 3-Month Share Buyback Ratio is 0.00. Manchester United's overall GF Score™ is 72/100 with 7 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is 3-Month Share Buyback Ratio calculated?
3-Month Share Buyback Ratio is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Manchester United (MANU), the current 3-Month Share Buyback Ratio is 0.00 as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is Manchester United (MANU) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Manchester United stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $20.05 is trading 11.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of $18.03. GuruFocus considers Manchester United to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for MANU:

  • 3-Month Share Buyback Ratio: 0.00
  • GF Value™: $18.03 vs. price of $20.05 (11.2% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 72/100 with 7 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the MANU stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Manchester United Business Description

Other Exchanges 0Z1Q:UKMUF:Germany
Address Sir Matt Busby Way, Old Trafford, Manchester, GBR, M16 0RA
Manchester United PLC operates as a professional football club with related activities, generating revenue prominently through commercial, broadcasting, and matchday segments. The commercial segment monetizes the various brands via sponsorships, retail, merchandising, apparel, and product licensing. Broadcasting revenue comes from television rights linked to football leagues and competitions, alongside content delivered through its dedicated TV channel all over the globe. Matchday income includes ticket sales, hospitality, merchandise, and services at its stadium. Manchester United is based in England. The company's operations and fan base extends to many countries, supporting a diversified revenue model based on brand engagement and football-related content.
72GF Score

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