Oxford Metrics plc (LSE: OMG), the smart sensing and software group serving life sciences, entertainment, engineering and smart manufacturing markets, has announced the purchase of 275,000 ordinary shares between 28 October and 3 November 2026 as part of its ongoing share buyback programme. The buyback, which was first announced on 9 October 2026 and executed through broker Panmure Liberum Limited, brings the cumulative total of shares repurchased under the programme to 1,200,000 ordinary shares, all to be held in treasury. The disclosure is relevant to investors monitoring voting rights thresholds and the company's capital allocation strategy.

Key Points

  • Oxford Metrics plc (LSE: OMG) — smart sensing and measurement technology group headquartered in Oxford
  • 275,000 ordinary shares purchased between 28 October and 3 November 2026 via Panmure Liberum Limited
  • Cumulative programme total reaches 1,200,000 shares at a volume weighted average price of 34.90 pence per share since 9 October 2026
  • Investors should watch for further buyback tranches and any update to the programme's overall size or duration

Oxford Metrics Purchases 275,000 Shares Across Four Trading Days via Panmure Liberum

The announcement details four separate transactions executed on the London Stock Exchange. On 28 October 2026, 50,000 shares were purchased at 35.40 pence each. A further 50,000 shares were acquired on 30 October at 36.60 pence, followed by 100,000 shares on 2 November at 36.90 pence, and 75,000 shares on 3 November at 37.80 pence. All trades were carried out by Panmure Liberum Limited, which also acts as Oxford Metrics' nominated adviser and broker. The company did not disclose the total monetary value of this tranche in the announcement.

Cumulative Buyback Reaches 1.2 Million Shares at 34.90p Volume Weighted Average Price

Since the Buyback Programme launched on 9 October 2026, Oxford Metrics has now repurchased a cumulative total of 1,200,000 ordinary shares of 0.25 pence each, all of which are to be held in treasury. The volume weighted average price paid across the entire programme stands at 34.90 pence per share. Share buybacks of this nature are typically used by companies to return capital to shareholders and can reduce the number of shares in circulation carrying voting rights, which the company notes investors may use as a denominator for regulatory disclosure calculations.

Oxford Metrics' Total Voting Share Capital Falls to 110,734,334 Following Treasury Allocation

Following the latest purchases, Oxford Metrics' total issued share capital comprises 111,934,334 ordinary shares, of which 1,200,000 are now held in treasury and therefore carry no voting rights. The total number of ordinary shares carrying voting rights is consequently 110,734,334. The company specifically highlighted this figure in accordance with FCA Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules, allowing shareholders to determine whether they are required to notify any interest or change in interest in the company. Oxford Metrics operates across more than 70 countries through its Vicon Motion Systems and Industrial Vision and Metrology Systems divisions.