WH Smith PLC
Company Profile
Business description
WH Smith PLC is a travel retailer providing travel essentials through stores in high-footfall transport hubs, operating as a pure-play travel retail business following the sale of its High Street operations. The Company offers a broad portfolio of products and services, including books and magazines, food-to-go, beverages, health and beauty items, travel and technology accessories, and selected partner services. Its operations are organised into three segments: the UK, which generates the majority of revenue and operates stores across airports, hospitals, railway stations, and service areas; North America, with stores mainly in airports and a Resorts business in Las Vegas; and the Rest of the World.
Contact
Greenbridge Road
SwindonWiltshireSN3 3RX
GBRT: +44 1793616161
Sector
Consumer Cyclical
Stock type
Cyclical
Industry
Specialty Retail
Fiscal Year End
31 August 2026
Employees
9,410
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