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SNWS Stock Chart & Stats
69.00 p
0.80 p(1.16%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
69.00 p
0.80 p(1.16%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range54.00 p - 79.40 p
Previous CloseN/A
Volume246.59K
Average Volume (3M)680.10K
Market Cap
£174.86M
Enterprise Value185.99 p
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£10.50M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£29.60M
Price to Earnings (P/E)6.6
Beta0.59
Next Earnings
Nov 04, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield11.71%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.11
Shares Outstanding247,659,200
10 Day Avg. Volume568,394
30 Day Avg. Volume680,103
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.51
Price to Book (P/B)14.19
Price to Sales (P/S)0.13
P/FCF Ratio3.16
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
£91.67Price Target Upside32.85% Upside
Rating ConsensusStrong Buy
Number of Analyst Covering3
EPS Forecast (FY)0.1
Revenue Forecast (FY)£1.03B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Strong Cash GenerationVery strong free cash flow growth (153.4%) and a robust operating-cash-flow-to-net-income ratio indicate durable cash conversion. This strengthens the firm's ability to fund capex, working capital, dividends or debt reduction, providing financial resilience despite revenue pressures.
Stable MarginsConsistent gross (~7%) and net (2.7%) margins demonstrate disciplined cost control in a low-margin distribution business. Stable margins across reporting periods suggest operational efficiencies and pricing discipline that preserve profitability as volumes fluctuate.
Scale Logistics NetworkA national distribution and logistics platform represents a structural competitive advantage: time-sensitive overnight delivery, warehousing and order management create switching costs for publishers and retailers and underpin recurring contracted volumes and steady revenue streams.
Bears Say
High Leverage / Negative EquityNegative shareholders' equity and a high debt-to-equity ratio materially constrain financial flexibility. Heavy leverage raises refinancing and interest-rate risk, limits ability to invest in growth, and makes the business more vulnerable to operational setbacks or cyclical shocks.
Declining Revenue TrendPersistent top-line decline (reported mid-single-digit decreases) reflects falling print volumes or retailer demand. Ongoing revenue contraction erodes network utilization and operating leverage, constraining long-term growth and making margin maintenance and investment more challenging.
Negative ROE / Low Equity RatioNegative ROE indicates the company is not generating returns for shareholders, while a low equity ratio raises solvency concerns. Together these structural issues can impair investor confidence, limit access to capital, and restrict strategic flexibility over the medium term.
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SNWS FAQ
What was Smiths News PLC’s price range in the past 12 months?
Smiths News PLC lowest share price was 54.00 p and its highest was 79.40 p in the past 12 months.
What is Smiths News PLC’s market cap?
Smiths News PLC’s market cap is £174.86M.
When is Smiths News PLC’s upcoming earnings report date?
Smiths News PLC’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 04, 2026 which is in 90 days.
How were Smiths News PLC’s earnings last quarter?
Smiths News PLC released its earnings results on May 06, 2026. The company reported 0.05 p earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of 0.037 p by 0.013 p.
Is Smiths News PLC overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Smiths News PLC’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Smiths News PLC pay dividends?
Smiths News PLC pays a Annually dividend of 1.75 p which represents an annual dividend yield of 11.71%. See more information on Smiths News PLC dividends here
What is Smiths News PLC’s EPS estimate?
Smiths News PLC’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Smiths News PLC have?
Smiths News PLC has 247,659,200 shares outstanding.
What happened to Smiths News PLC’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Smiths News PLC reported an EPS of 0.05 p in its last earnings report, beating expectations of 0.037 p. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 2.462%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Smiths News PLC?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:SNWS
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Smiths News PLC Stock Smart Score
Outperform
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Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
24.77%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
11.71%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-2.02%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Smiths News PLC
Smiths News plc, operating with its various divisions, primarily functions as a wholesale distributor of newspapers and magazines across both the United Kingdom and global markets. Beyond its core distribution, the company extends its services to include providing entertainment content for airlines and travel operators. Additionally, it delivers on-site merchandising and promotional support, comprehensive supply chain evaluations, and regulatory compliance services for retail businesses and their vendors. Originally established as Connect Group PLC, the organization rebranded to Smiths News plc in November 2020. Founded in 2004, its corporate headquarters are located in Swindon, UK.
SNWS Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
91.67 p
▲(32.85% Upside)