WH Smith PLC (SMWH)

Currency in GBP
505.5
+10.1(+2.04%)
Closed·
Unusual trading volume
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Fair Value
Day's Range
500.0515.8
52 wk Range
445.41,132.0
Key Statistics
Bid/Ask
501.50 / 506.00
Prev. Close
495.4
Open
504.5
Day's Range
500-515.8
52 wk Range
445.4-1,132
Volume
1.5M
Average Volume (3m)
669.87K
1-Year Change
-50.779%
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Company’s Health
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Fair Price
Upside
Price Target
610.0
Upside
+20.67%
Members' Sentiments
Bearish
Bullish
ProTips
Has raised its dividend for 3 consecutive years

WH Smith PLC News & Analysis

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Technical Analysis

Summary
Strong Sell
Sell
Neutral
Buy
Strong Buy
Buy
Technical Indicators
Strong Buy
Moving Averages
Neutral

Analyst Ratings

5 Buy
7 Hold
0 Sell
Ratings:
12 analysts
Overall Consensus
Buy

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 610.0
(+20.67% Upside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
Berenberg
Hold5.74+13.55%6.34MaintainMay 13, 2026
Deutsche Bank
Hold5.50+8.80%5.75MaintainApr 27, 2026
Barclays
Hold6.15+21.66%6.75MaintainApr 24, 2026
JPMorgan
Buy700.00+13,747.68%730.00MaintainApr 24, 2026
RBC Capital
Hold6.50+28.59%6.75DowngradeApr 13, 2026

WH Smith PLC Earnings Call Summary for H1/2026

  • WH Smith reported Q1 FY2026 revenue of £748M, up 5% YoY, with headline profit before tax at £3M meeting expectations despite challenges.
  • Stock plunged 11.11% in pre-market trading following dividend suspension announcement aimed at prioritizing debt reduction from £496M net debt.
  • Company guided FY2026 revenue at ~$2.18B and FY2027 at ~$2.26B, focusing on travel essentials expansion and store portfolio optimization.
  • Profitability pressured by inflation and UK store development disruptions, though transformation initiatives show progress per management commentary.
  • Headline EBITDA reached £48M demonstrating strong cash generation amid macroeconomic headwinds and geopolitical uncertainties affecting travel.
Last Updated: 23/04/2026, 09:48
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Earnings

Latest Release
Apr 23, 2026
EPS / Forecast
-0.01 / 0.02
Revenue / Forecast
748M / 737.5M
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS -0.39%
Dividend Yield
3.49%
Industry Median 3.27%
Annualised payout
17.30
Paid unevenly
5-Years Growth
-3.73%
Growth Streak

SMWH Income Statement

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Metrics to compare
SMWH
Peers
Sector
Relationship
P/E Ratio
−12.6x14.2x10.3x
PEG Ratio
0.010.480.02
Price/Book
4.9x3.1x1.4x
Price / LTM Sales
0.4x0.5x0.9x
Upside (Analyst Target)
18.7%27.8%29.5%
Fair Value Upside
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WH Smith PLC operates as a travel retailer in the United Kingdom, North America, Australia, Ireland, Spain, and internationally. It offers news, books, and convenience for travelling customers. It operates stores in airports, hospitals, railway stations, and motorway service areas. The company is also involved in International Travel Retail, UK Travel Retail, and North America. The company was formerly known as New WH Smith PLC. WH Smith PLC was founded in 1792 and is based in Swindon, the United Kingdom.

Ownership

Ownership Overview

Type
Common Stock Held% of Shares OutstandingMarket Value
Mutual Funds & ETFs
71.25M57.14%352.95M
Other Institutional Investors
49.54M39.73%245.42M
Public Companies & Retail Investors
3.91M3.14%19.37M
Total
124.69M100.00%617.74M

Top Holders

Holder
% of holding
Shares Held
Date Reported
Value (In 1,000s)
Causeway Capital Management LLC26.46%32,999,906163,482
Causeway Capital Management Trust - Causeway International Value Fund11.04%13,760,12968,168

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FAQ

What Is the WH Smith (SMWH) Stock Price Today?

The WH Smith stock price today is 505.5 GBP.

What Stock Exchange Does WH Smith Trade On?

WH Smith is listed and trades on the London Stock Exchange.

What Is the Stock Symbol for WH Smith?

The stock symbol for WH Smith is "SMWH."

What Is the WH Smith Market Cap?

As of today, WH Smith market cap is 630.33M GBP.

What Is WH Smith's Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The WH Smith EPS (TTM) is -0.4.

When Is the Next WH Smith Earnings Date?

WH Smith will release its next earnings report on Nov 05, 2026.

From a Technical Analysis Perspective, Is SMWH a Buy or Sell?

Based on moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal is Neutral.

How Many Times Has WH Smith Stock Split?

WH Smith has split 2 times.

How Many Employees Does WH Smith Have?

WH Smith has 9290 employees.

What is the current trading status of WH Smith (SMWH)?

As of May 26, 2026, WH Smith (SMWH) is trading at a price of 505.5 GBP, with a previous close of 495.4 GBP. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 500.0 GBP to 515.8 GBP, while its 52-week range spans from 445.4 GBP to 1,132.0 GBP.

What Is WH Smith (SMWH) Price Target According to Analysts?

The average 12-month price target for WH Smith is 610.0 GBP, with a high estimate of 700 GBP and a low estimate of 520 GBP. 5 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 0 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Buy. The stock has an +20.67% Upside potential.
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