WH Smith Reports Strong Travel Revenue Growth Ahead of Summer Peak

WH Smith ( (GB:SMWH) ) has shared an update.

WH Smith PLC reported a 7% increase in total travel revenue for the 13 weeks ending May 31, 2025, compared to the previous year, indicating strong performance across its global travel business. The company is on track to meet full-year expectations and is well-positioned for the peak summer trading period, with significant growth in its UK, North American, and Rest of the World divisions. The sale of its UK High Street business is expected to be completed by the end of June 2025, allowing WH Smith to focus on travel retail opportunities amid economic and geopolitical uncertainties.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:SMWH) stock is a Buy with a £1500.00 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.

WH Smith’s strong financial performance and strategic corporate actions, such as the share buyback program, boost shareholder confidence. However, the high P/E ratio indicates potential overvaluation, and technical indicators suggest caution.

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More about WH Smith

WH Smith PLC is a global travel retailer, primarily focused on travel-related retail operations. The company operates in various regions including the UK, North America, and other international markets, offering products and services in travel essentials, books, and food and beverage through its diverse store formats.

Average Trading Volume: 358,915

Technical Sentiment Signal: Sell

Current Market Cap: £1.29B

See more data about SMWH stock on TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.