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SNWS Stock Chart & Stats
58.80 p
-5.60 p(-8.28%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
58.80 p
-5.60 p(-8.28%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range54.00 p - 79.40 p
Previous CloseN/A
Volume449.79K
Average Volume (3M)680.10K
Market Cap
£161.93M
Enterprise Value187.56M
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£10.50M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£29.60M
Price to Earnings (P/E)6.3
Beta0.49
Next Earnings
Nov 11, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield9.74%
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 Upside55.90% Upside
Rating ConsensusStrong Buy
Number of Analyst Covering3
EPS Forecast (FY)0.1
Revenue Forecast (FY)£1.03B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Cash GenerationA large increase in free cash flow (153.4%) and strong operating cash flow to net income indicate durable cash conversion. This provides flexibility to service debt, fund necessary capex, sustain distributions and invest in efficiency improvements despite cyclical revenue pressure.
Margin StabilityConsistent gross and operating margins despite a modest revenue decline show effective cost control and operational leverage in distribution. Stable margins support long-term profitability by protecting cash flow and enabling the company to absorb volume fluctuations without large margin erosion.
Core Distribution NetworkA national, time-sensitive distribution network and long-standing contracts with publishers and retailers create structural advantages: high route density, switching costs for customers, and recurring service demand. These characteristics support predictable cash flows and competitive positioning.
Bears Say
High LeverageNegative equity and a high debt-to-equity ratio reduce financial flexibility and raise refinancing risk over time. This leverage profile limits the firm's ability to invest in diversification or absorb shocks, making long-term execution and strategic moves more constrained.
Revenue DeclineA persistent negative top-line trend weakens scale advantages in distribution. Continued revenue contraction erodes route density and spreads fixed costs, pressuring unit economics and making it harder to sustain margins and cash generation without structural business changes.
Print Market ExposureHeavy exposure to declining print media demand is a structural headwind. As consumers and publishers shift digital, addressable volumes and long-term contract sizes are at risk, creating a durable revenue ceiling unless the company diversifies its service mix or secures new non-print contracts.
Smiths News PLC News
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 £161.93M.
When is Smiths News PLC’s upcoming earnings report date?
Smiths News PLC’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 11, 2026 which is in 134 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 0.038 p by 0.012 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 Notavailable dividend of 1.75 p which represents an annual dividend yield of 9.74%. 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 0.038 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?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
Smiths News PLC Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Strong Buy
Average Price Target:
£91.67 (55.90% Upside)
£91.67 (55.90% Upside)
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
24.77%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
350.65%
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
▲(55.90% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Options Prices
Currently, No data available
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