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The latest update is out from WH Smith ( (GB:SMWH) ).
WH Smith PLC has confirmed that, as of 30 January 2026, its issued share capital comprises 126,453,145 ordinary shares, each carrying voting rights, with no shares held in treasury. The company noted that shareholders should use this total number of voting shares as the denominator when assessing whether they are required to disclose existing or altered holdings under the UK Financial Conduct Authority’s disclosure and transparency rules, clarifying the current capital base for regulatory reporting and investor transparency.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:SMWH) stock is a Sell with a £664.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on WH Smith stock, see the GB:SMWH Stock Forecast page.
Spark’s Take on GB:SMWH Stock
According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, GB:SMWH is a Neutral.
The score is held down primarily by weakened financial performance (revenue drop, margin compression, net loss) and a highly leveraged balance sheet, with bearish technicals reinforcing the near-term risk. Offsetting factors include resilient cash generation, a relatively high dividend yield, and FY26 guidance indicating a return to growth and improved profitability, though regulatory and North America execution risks remain meaningful.
To see Spark’s full report on GB:SMWH stock, click here.
More about WH Smith
WH Smith PLC is a UK-listed retail group best known for its network of high street and travel-based stores, offering books, stationery, newspapers, magazines and related convenience products across transport hubs and town centres. The company focuses on serving passengers and everyday shoppers, with its share capital listed and traded on the London market, making share structure and voting rights information important for institutional and retail investors alike.
Average Trading Volume: 517,624
Technical Sentiment Signal: Sell
Current Market Cap: £847M
See more data about SMWH stock on TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.