What’s the current market cap for WH Smith stock?

WH Smith (SMWH) has a market cap of £634M as of May 28, 2026.

What is the P/E ratio for WH Smith stock?

The price to earnings (P/E) ratio for WH Smith (SMWH) stock is 0 as of May 28, 2026.

Does WH Smith stock pay dividends?

Yes, the WH Smith (SMWH) stock pays dividends to shareholders. As of May 28, 2026, the dividend rate is £0.173 and the yield is 3.39%. WH Smith has a payout ratio of 0% on a trailing twelve-month basis.

When is the next WH Smith dividend payment date?

The next WH Smith (SMWH) dividend payment date is unconfirmed.

What is the beta indicator for WH Smith ?

WH Smith (SMWH) has a beta rating of 0.91. This means that it is less volatile than the market, on average. A beta of 1 would indicate the stock moves in-line with the market, while a beta of 0.5 would mean it moves half as much as the market.

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About WH Smith

WH Smith PLC, known by its ticker SMWH, is a prominent UK-based retailer specializing in books, stationery, newspapers, and magazines. Founded in 1792, the company operates in two primary business segments, Travel and High Street, providing products and services across a range of retail locations globally, including airports, train stations, hospitals, and high streets. WH Smith is recognized for its extensive network of stores, making it a staple in the UK's retail landscape and expanding its presence internationally to cater to travelers and locals alike.

Ticker

£SMWH

Sector

Consumer Discretionary

Primary listing

LSE

Employees

9,290

Headquarters

Swindon, United Kingdom

Website

www.whsmithplc.co.uk

WH Smith Metrics

BasicAdvanced

£634m

-£0.97

0.91

£0.17

3.39%

What the Analysts think about WH Smith

Analyst ratings (Buy, Hold, Sell) for WH Smith stock.

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WH Smith reported a 5% rise in first-half revenue to £748m, driven by strong double-digit growth in its North American travel division. (Reuters)

Its Travel Essentials segment delivered 22% revenue growth at constant currency in H1 and now accounts for more than 50% of North America’s business mix, highlighting its strong margin potential. (Reuters)

Management reaffirmed that the group remains on track to achieve its full-year targets, showing confidence in its strategic focus on travel retail. (Reuters)

The board suspended its dividend on April 23 and reduced its full-year pre-tax profit guidance to £90–105m, citing disruptions from the Middle East conflict and a need to strengthen the balance sheet. (Bloomberg)

First-half profit margins declined sharply due to inflationary pressures and a shift in the revenue mix, resulting in negative earnings per share and highlighting ongoing margin challenges. (Reuters)

RBC Capital Markets downgraded the stock to "sector perform," cut its FY26–27 profit forecasts by 3–4%, and lowered the price target to 650p, signaling concerns that geopolitical risks are dampening travel demand. (Reuters)

Data summarised monthly by Lightyear AI. Last updated on 22 May 2026.

WH Smith Financial Performance

Revenues and expenses

QuarterlyAnnual

Q3 24

QoQ growth

Revenue

$37bn

-39.75%

Net income

$45bn

107.52%

Profit margin

37.65%

6.78%

WH Smith Earnings Performance

Company profitability

QuarterlyAnnual

Q4 23

Q1 24

Q2 24

Q3 24

Q4 24

Actual

$3.69

$2.85

$2.45

$2.42

Expected

$3.55

$2.61

$2.05

$2.31

$3.94

Surprise

3.94%

9.20%

19.51%

4.63%

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WH Smith reported a 5% rise in first-half revenue to £748m, driven by strong double-digit growth in its North American travel division. (Reuters)

Management reaffirmed that the group remains on track to achieve its full-year targets, showing confidence in its strategic focus on travel retail. (Reuters)

First-half profit margins declined sharply due to inflationary pressures and a shift in the revenue mix, resulting in negative earnings per share and highlighting ongoing margin challenges. (Reuters)

Data summarised monthly by Lightyear AI. Last updated on 22 May 2026.

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Growth

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