WH Smith PLC
LSE:SMWH

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LSE:SMWH
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Price: 1 142 GBX -1.64% Market Closed
Market Cap: 1.5B GBX
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WH Smith PLC
Operating Expenses

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WH Smith PLC
Operating Expenses Peer Comparison

Competitors Analysis
Latest Figures & CAGR of Competitors

Company Operating Expenses CAGR 3Y CAGR 5Y CAGR 10Y
WH Smith PLC
LSE:SMWH
Operating Expenses
-ÂŁ1.7B
CAGR 3-Years
-26%
CAGR 5-Years
-8%
CAGR 10-Years
-5%
Frasers Group PLC
LSE:FRAS
Operating Expenses
-ÂŁ1.9B
CAGR 3-Years
-14%
CAGR 5-Years
-6%
CAGR 10-Years
-8%
Card Factory PLC
LSE:CARD
Operating Expenses
-ÂŁ112m
CAGR 3-Years
-10%
CAGR 5-Years
-6%
CAGR 10-Years
N/A
JD Sports Fashion PLC
LSE:JD
Operating Expenses
-ÂŁ4.1B
CAGR 3-Years
-13%
CAGR 5-Years
-13%
CAGR 10-Years
-22%
Pets at Home Group PLC
LSE:PETS
Operating Expenses
-ÂŁ552.3m
CAGR 3-Years
-6%
CAGR 5-Years
-7%
CAGR 10-Years
N/A
Watches of Switzerland Group PLC
LSE:WOSG
Operating Expenses
-ÂŁ37.5m
CAGR 3-Years
-10%
CAGR 5-Years
-14%
CAGR 10-Years
N/A
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WH Smith PLC
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Market Cap
1.5B GBX
Industry
Retail

From the cobbled streets of London in 1792, WH Smith PLC began as a small family-run news vendor, setting the stage for what would become a staple in British retail. Fast forward to today, the company operates with a dual approach: one foot firmly planted in travel locations—such as airports and railway stations—and the other in high street markets. This division allows WH Smith to capitalize on the bustling flow of travelers seeking quick, convenient purchases, while still maintaining a presence in the more traditional retail environment. Its travel sector, which has been a major growth engine, thrives on the steady customer stream needing essential items like snacks, reading material, and travel necessities, offering convenience at every pit stop. On the high street, WH Smith connects with consumers through its range of stationary, books, and impulse items, cultivating a niche that caters to everyday needs. This segment, despite facing increased online competition, continues to draw a devoted customer base looking for tangible items that are ready to hand. By embracing a hybrid business model, WH Smith PLC ingeniously merges the predictability of their high street core with the high-margin opportunities presented by travelers eager for last-minute purchases. This strategy provides the company with a balanced revenue structure, generating substantial profits through diversified channels while staying true to its historical roots as a retailer in the book and news sectors.

SMWH Intrinsic Value
1 825.53 GBX
Undervaluation 37%
Intrinsic Value
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What is WH Smith PLC's Operating Expenses?
Operating Expenses
-1.7B GBP

Based on the financial report for Feb 29, 2024, WH Smith PLC's Operating Expenses amounts to -1.7B GBP.

What is WH Smith PLC's Operating Expenses growth rate?
Operating Expenses CAGR 10Y
-5%

Over the last year, the Operating Expenses growth was -10%. The average annual Operating Expenses growth rates for WH Smith PLC have been -26% over the past three years , -8% over the past five years , and -5% over the past ten years .

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