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Smiths News PLC ( (GB:SNWS) ) has provided an update.
Smiths News PLC announced its final results for the 52 weeks ending 30 August 2025, reporting an operating profit ahead of market expectations, driven by strong performance in collectables. The company achieved a revenue of £1,064m, with a 16% growth from new verticals and secured 93% of revenues to 2029. The company also reported increased cash generation and proposed a higher ordinary and special dividend, reflecting its robust financial performance and strategic focus on expanding its service capabilities and maintaining operational efficiencies.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:SNWS) stock is a Hold with a £61.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Smiths News PLC stock, see the GB:SNWS Stock Forecast page.
Spark’s Take on GB:SNWS Stock
According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, GB:SNWS is a Neutral.
Smiths News PLC’s overall stock score is driven by its attractive valuation, with a low P/E ratio and high dividend yield. However, financial performance is hindered by balance sheet risks, including negative equity. Technical analysis suggests stable price trends, supporting a moderate outlook.
To see Spark’s full report on GB:SNWS stock, click here.
More about Smiths News PLC
Smiths News PLC is the UK’s largest news wholesaler and a leading provider of early morning, end-to-end supply chain solutions. The company has been delivering newspapers to retailers across the UK for over 200 years and now serves over 22,000 customers daily across England and Wales. Smiths News has expanded its services into new verticals, leveraging its expertise in warehousing, reverse logistics, and early morning final mile services, including waste recycling and the delivery of books and home entertainment.
Average Trading Volume: 312,157
Technical Sentiment Signal: Strong Buy
Current Market Cap: £146.1M
Find detailed analytics on SNWS stock on TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.