Molten Ventures PLC – Share Repurchase Update
Company Overview
Molten Ventures PLC (LSE: GROW) is a London‑based venture‑capital firm that focuses on high‑growth technology investments across Europe. The company is listed on the London Stock Exchange, trades in GBP, and has a market capitalization of £637.55 million. As of 14 September 2025 its share price stood at £360.80, with a price‑to‑earnings ratio of 709.06. The firm’s 52‑week trading range is £215.60 to £432.50.
Share‑Purchase Transaction (15 September 2025)
On 15 September 2025, Goodbody Stockbrokers UC executed a repurchase of 50,000 ordinary shares on behalf of Molten Ventures. The transaction was conducted under the share‑repurchase programme announced on 4 August 2025. Key details are as follows:
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Number of shares purchased | 50,000 |
| Highest price paid per share | £3.60 |
| Lowest price paid per share | £3.632738 |
| Volume‑weighted average price | £3.6720 |
| Total cost of transaction | £367.20 |
Note: The figures are expressed in GBP per share, reflecting the nominal value of the ordinary shares (1 pence each).
Post‑Transaction Capital Structure
After the repurchase, the company’s capital structure is updated as:
- Issued ordinary shares: 189,046,450
- Shares held in treasury: 10,557,040
- Total voting rights: 178,489
The repurchase reduces the number of shares available for trading, thereby potentially impacting liquidity and the earnings per share metric.
Implications
The purchase aligns with Molten Ventures’ strategy to manage shareholder value and may signal confidence in its future prospects. By buying back shares at a price near the current market level, the company preserves cash while reducing dilution for existing shareholders. The treasury holdings will be available for future strategic uses, such as acquisitions, employee incentive plans, or additional buy‑backs.
Market Context
The transaction is part of a broader series of buy‑back announcements that began in August. Market participants will monitor subsequent disclosures for any changes in the program’s scope or the company’s financial positioning.
All figures and statements are taken directly from the official disclosure dated 16 September 2025 as reported by www.finanznachrichten.de .