WH Smith PLC (SMWH)

Currency in GBP
684.5
-1.0(-0.15%)
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SMWH Earnings

Latest Release
Dec 19, 2025
EPS / Forecast
-- / 0.6024
Revenue / Forecast
-- / 826.08M
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days
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Period End
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02/2026--/0.148--/734M----Free Sign Up
08/2025--/0.602--/826.08M----Free Sign Up
02/2025-0.34/0.197951M/963.93M-272.85%-1.34%Free Sign Up
02/20230.24/34.76859M/793.54M-99.31%+8.25%Free Sign Up
08/202235.6/37.691.4B/746.93M-5.55%+87.43%Free Sign Up
02/20220.11/15.61608M/606.67M-99.3%+0.22%Free Sign Up
08/2021-0.36/-25.27466M/499.51M+98.58%-6.71%Free Sign Up
02/2021-0.27/-9.17420M/345.34M+97.06%+21.62%Free Sign Up
08/2020-2.25/-101.93274M/215.38M+97.79%+27.22%Free Sign Up
02/20200.41/57747M/744M-99.28%+0.4%Free Sign Up

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WH Smith PLC Earnings Call Summary for H2/2025

  • WH Smith reported 5% revenue growth to £1.6B but a 6% decline in headline trading profit to £159M, triggering a 5.4% stock price drop amid investor concerns over margins and debt.
  • The company completed its transition to a pure-play travel retailer, with health and beauty category achieving 20% growth despite profitability challenges in North America.
  • Management forecasts mid-single-digit revenue growth with regional targets: 3-5% in UK, 6-8% in North America, and 4-6% in Rest of World markets.
  • North American margins are projected to improve from 4% to 7-8%, with executives emphasizing a disciplined approach to store openings and capital allocation.
  • Interim CEO Andrew Harrison stated 'Our strategy is clear, our foundations are strong,' as the company addresses challenges including margin pressures and high debt levels (£390M).
Last Updated: 2025-12-19, 05:08 a/m
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FAQ

What Is WHSmith's Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The WHSmith EPS (TTM) is -0.24.

When Is The Next WHSmith Earnings Date?

WHSmith will release its next earnings report on Apr 29, 2026.

What Is WHSmith’s Revenue Forecasts For Upcoming Quarters?

WHSmith’s revenue forecast is 734.00M.
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