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Smiths News PLC(SNWS)
GBX --+0.00%
Reward43Moderate
Risk18Low
75%Data
Thin 3% profit margin · 8.0% dividend yield
SNWS
+0.0 · +0.00%
GBX · LSE
Smiths News PLC | Communication Services
Market Cap:164.58M
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Reward Rating
43
Moderate
Reward Assessment
75% data coverage
Bottom 25% of stocksView factors
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Risk Rating
18
Low
Risk Assessment
3 metrics flaggedView details

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New listing — limited trading history
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Earnings Ex-dividend

Market Performance

Stock returned +10.0% over the past year, broadly in line with market conditions.

What is Smiths News PLC?

Smiths News plc, together with its subsidiaries, engages in the distributing of newspapers and magazines in the United Kingdom and internationally.

What is Smiths News PLC?

Smiths News plc, together with its subsidiaries, engages in the distributing of newspapers and magazines in the United Kingdom and internationally. The company offers plastic and cardboard waste; and is involved in recycling activities. The company is listed on the LSE in UK, operating in the Communication Services sector, with a market capitalisation of 164.58M, and a P/E ratio of 6.2x.

Financial Highlights

Investment Breakdown

Growth
Revenue growth is subdued, limiting near-term earnings expansion.
Profitability
Profitability metrics are mixed — margins may be under pressure.
Risk
Below-average volatility supports a steadier risk profile.
Valuation
Currently trading below intrinsic value estimates, suggesting upside potential.

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Reward: Moderate (43)
Company Information
SectorCommunication Services
IndustryPublishing
Market Cap164.58M
P/E Ratio6.1818
Dividend Yield8.02%
Beta0.312
Insider Activity
12M windowAwaiting coverage
LSE director-dealings coverage launching later this year. The data feed is in development.
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