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Centrica (CNA) is a publicly traded business listed on the London Stock Exchange and traded in sterling.
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- Open a brokerage account. Choose from our top broker picks or compare brokers in depth. Then, sign up on your chosen platform.
- Fund your account. Add money to your account via bank transfer or debit card.
- Search the platform by ticker symbol. CNA in this case.
- Choose an order type. Place a market order (or limit order, if you want to try to hold out for a specific price) with your preferred number of shares or investment amount.
- Submit the order. It's that simple.
The whole process can take as little as 15 minutes. You'll need a smartphone or computer, an internet connection, your passport or driving licence and a means of payment.
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Latest updates for Centrica
May 7, 2026: At its AGM on 7 May 2026, Centrica shareholders approved a final dividend of 3.67p (total 2025 dividend 5.5p, up 22%), and the company confirmed it was pausing further share buybacks to prioritise investment in infrastructure including nuclear power.
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