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SMWH Stock Chart & Stats
652.00 p
-12.00 p(-1.04%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
652.00 p
-12.00 p(-1.04%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range378.60 p - 1,120.00 p
Previous CloseN/A
Volume46.09K
Average Volume (3M)728.20K
Market Cap
£598.45M
Enterprise Value1.53B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£48.00M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£1.06B
Price to Earnings (P/E)―
Beta1.35
Next Earnings
Nov 05, 2026EPS Estimate
0.41Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield4.48%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)-1.02
Shares Outstanding152,258,400
10 Day Avg. Volume459,918
30 Day Avg. Volume728,200
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.02
Price to Book (P/B)5.51
Price to Sales (P/S)0.56
P/FCF Ratio4.38
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
£480.00Price Target Upside-26.38% Downside
Rating ConsensusHold
Number of Analyst Covering8
EPS Forecast (FY)0.39
Revenue Forecast (FY)£1.59B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Cash GenerationWH Smith's strong operating cash flow (~£276m) and improved free cash flow (~£199m) provide durable internal financing capacity. Consistent cash generation supports working capital, reinvestment in store formats and gradual deleveraging, giving the business flexibility despite weak earnings.
Travel Retail Franchise And Captive DemandThe group's focus on travel locations (airports, rail, hospitals) creates structural advantages: captive footfall, extended trading hours and bespoke concession agreements. These location-based dynamics tend to sustain transaction volumes and basket sizes over time versus typical high-street exposure.
Underlying Operating ProfitabilityDespite a headline net loss, WH Smith reported positive operating profit with an EBIT margin around 3.2%, indicating the core retail model can cover operating costs. This suggests management can restore net profitability through cost control and mix improvement without needing structural business change.
Bears Say
High LeverageElevated gross debt (~£945m) against a thin equity base (~£158m) creates a structurally leveraged balance sheet. High leverage constrains strategic flexibility, raises refinancing and interest-rate sensitivity, and limits the speed at which cash generation can be deployed to rebuild equity.
Revenue Decline And Margin CompressionA sharp revenue decline (~20%) accompanied by material gross margin compression indicates weaker demand and/or adverse mix and pricing pressure. Sustained top-line erosion and lower merchandising margins reduce long-term earnings power and make margin recovery dependent on structural improvements.
Net Loss And Impaired ReturnsThe £144m net loss and deeply negative return on equity reflect impairment of earnings capacity and equity dilution risk. Persistent losses erode capital buffers, limit dividend and reinvestment options, and increase scrutiny from creditors, making recovery and growth harder without balance-sheet repair.
WH Smith News
SMWH FAQ
What was WH Smith PLC’s price range in the past 12 months?
WH Smith PLC lowest share price was 378.60 p and its highest was 1120.00 p in the past 12 months.
What is WH Smith PLC’s market cap?
WH Smith PLC’s market cap is £598.45M.
When is WH Smith PLC’s upcoming earnings report date?
WH Smith PLC’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 05, 2026 which is in 112 days.
How were WH Smith PLC’s earnings last quarter?
WH Smith PLC released its earnings results on Apr 23, 2026. The company reported -0.008 p earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of -0.026 p by 0.018 p.
Is WH Smith PLC overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts WH Smith PLC’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does WH Smith PLC pay dividends?
WH Smith PLC pays a Semiannually dividend of 6 p which represents an annual dividend yield of 4.48%. See more information on WH Smith PLC dividends here
What is WH Smith PLC’s EPS estimate?
WH Smith PLC’s EPS estimate is 0.41.
How many shares outstanding does WH Smith PLC have?
WH Smith PLC has 152,258,400 shares outstanding.
What happened to WH Smith PLC’s price movement after its last earnings report?
WH Smith PLC reported an EPS of -0.008 p in its last earnings report, beating expectations of -0.026 p. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -9.149%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of WH Smith PLC?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:SMWH
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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WH Smith Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Hold
Average Price Target:
£480.00 (-26.38% Downside)
£480.00 (-26.38% Downside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
GB:SMWH Sentiment 100%
Sector Average 64%
Sector Average 64%
Insider Transactions
Bought Shares
Worth £2.1M over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-52.21%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
-90.46%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-17.20%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
WH Smith PLC
WH Smith PLC functions as a retail enterprise with a presence across the United Kingdom and globally. The company's operations are divided into two primary divisions: Travel and High Street. The Travel segment caters to customers on the move, offering a selection of news, books, and convenience products. By August 31, 2021, this segment managed 1,166 locations, predominantly situated in transportation hubs like airports, railway stations, and motorway service areas, as well as in hospitals and workplaces. The High Street segment, conversely, provides a diverse range of goods. It sells stationery items, which include greeting cards, general office supplies, art and craft materials, and gifts. Additionally, it stocks everyday essentials and impulse purchases such as newspapers, magazines, confectionery, and beverages, alongside various books. This division comprised 544 physical stores. Extending its reach online, the High Street segment also sells stationery, books, magazines, and gifts through whsmith.co.uk; personalized greeting cards and gifts are available via funkypigeon.com; pens are offered through cultpens.com; and personalized stationery products can be purchased from treeofhearts.co.uk and dottyaboutpaper.co.uk. Established in 1792, WH Smith PLC's corporate base is located in Swindon, United Kingdom.
SMWH Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
480.00 p
▼(-26.38% Downside)
Technical Analysis
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