WH Smith PLC (DE:21Q)
FRANKFURT:21Q
21Q Stock Chart & Stats
€7.00
-€1.30(-8.67%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
€7.00
-€1.30(-8.67%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range€3.86 - €12.90
Previous CloseN/A
Volume7.00
Average Volume (3M)288.00
Market Cap
€693.79M
Enterprise Value€1.53B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)€48.00M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)€1.06B
Price to Earnings (P/E)―
Beta0.95
Next Earnings
Nov 05, 2026EPS Estimate
0.47Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)-1.02
Shares Outstanding152,258,400
10 Day Avg. Volume333
30 Day Avg. Volume288
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.02
Price to Book (P/B)5.51
Price to Sales (P/S)0.56
P/FCF Ratio4.38
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
€5.57Price Target Upside-20.39% Downside
Rating ConsensusHold
Number of Analyst Covering8
EPS Forecast (FY)<0.01
Revenue Forecast (FY)€18.52M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Cash GenerationWH Smith’s strong operating cash flow (~£276m) and improved free cash flow (~£199m) provide durable liquidity to fund operations, short-term investments and debt service. Consistent cash generation supports operational continuity and gives the company a practical path to de-risk leverage over time.
Travel-focused, High-footfall ModelThe company’s core travel retail footprint in airports, rail stations and hospitals leverages predictable passenger volumes and concession-style site economics. This structurally advantaged location strategy supports steady transaction flows and premium pricing opportunities that endure beyond short-term cycles.
Operating Profit ResilienceDespite a net loss, maintaining positive operating profit (EBIT margin ~3.2%) shows the core retail operation can cover direct operating costs. This operating resilience signals that with restored volumes or mix improvement, profitability can recover without full business model overhaul.
Bears Say
High LeverageVery elevated leverage (c.£945m debt against modest equity) materially limits strategic flexibility. High debt amplifies refinancing and interest-rate risk, constrains investment capacity and raises the probability that operational setbacks force asset sales, covenant strain or costly capital raises.
Revenue Decline And Net LossA sharp (~20%) revenue drop and a £144m net loss indicate weakened demand or adverse mix that materially reduced earnings quality. Persistent top-line deterioration undermines margin recovery prospects and makes deleveraging harder, increasing the chance that operational fixes alone won’t restore net profitability.
Eroded Equity And Negative ROEDeclining equity and a deeply negative ROE amplify capital-structure risk. Low equity buffers reduce shock absorption for future losses, raise effective capital costs and limit the company’s ability to raise equity on attractive terms, complicating any multi-year restructuring or investment plan.
WH Smith News
21Q FAQ
What was WH Smith PLC’s price range in the past 12 months?
WH Smith PLC lowest stock price was €3.86 and its highest was €12.90 in the past 12 months.
What is WH Smith PLC’s market cap?
WH Smith PLC’s market cap is €693.79M.
When is WH Smith PLC’s upcoming earnings report date?
WH Smith PLC’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 05, 2026 which is in 131 days.
How were WH Smith PLC’s earnings last quarter?
WH Smith PLC released its earnings results on Apr 23, 2026. The company reported -€0.009 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of -€0.03 by €0.021.
Is WH Smith PLC overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts WH Smith PLC’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does WH Smith PLC pay dividends?
WH Smith PLC does not currently pay dividends.
What is WH Smith PLC’s EPS estimate?
WH Smith PLC’s EPS estimate is 0.47.
How many shares outstanding does WH Smith PLC have?
WH Smith PLC has 152,258,400 shares outstanding.
What happened to WH Smith PLC’s price movement after its last earnings report?
WH Smith PLC reported an EPS of -€0.009 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of -€0.03. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -7.092%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of WH Smith PLC?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in DE:21Q
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
WH Smith Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Hold
Average Price Target:
€5.57 (-20.39% Downside)
€5.57 (-20.39% Downside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
DE:21Q Sentiment 100%
Sector Average 66%
Sector Average 66%
Insider Transactions
Bought Shares
Worth €2.4M over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
News Sentiment
Neutral
Bullish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-52.21%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
-90.46%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-17.20%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
WH Smith PLC
WH Smith PLC functions as a retail enterprise with a presence across the United Kingdom and globally. The company's operations are divided into two primary divisions: Travel and High Street. The Travel segment caters to customers on the move, offering a selection of news, books, and convenience products. By August 31, 2021, this segment managed 1,166 locations, predominantly situated in transportation hubs like airports, railway stations, and motorway service areas, as well as in hospitals and workplaces. The High Street segment, conversely, provides a diverse range of goods. It sells stationery items, which include greeting cards, general office supplies, art and craft materials, and gifts. Additionally, it stocks everyday essentials and impulse purchases such as newspapers, magazines, confectionery, and beverages, alongside various books. This division comprised 544 physical stores. Extending its reach online, the High Street segment also sells stationery, books, magazines, and gifts through whsmith.co.uk; personalized greeting cards and gifts are available via funkypigeon.com; pens are offered through cultpens.com; and personalized stationery products can be purchased from treeofhearts.co.uk and dottyaboutpaper.co.uk. Established in 1792, WH Smith PLC's corporate base is located in Swindon, United Kingdom.
21Q Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
€5.57
▼(-20.39% Downside)
Technical Analysis
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