WH Smith PLC operates as a retailer in the United Kingdom and internationally. It operates in two segments, Travel and High Street. The Travel segment offers news, books, and convenience for travelling customers. As of August 31, 2021, it operated 1, 166 units primarily in airports, hospitals, railway stations, motorway service areas, and workplaces. The High Street segment sells stationery products, including greetings cards, general stationery, art and craft, and gifting products; news and impulse products, such as newspapers, magazines, confectionery, and drinks; and books. It operated 544 stores. This segment also offers its stationery, books, magazines, and gifts through whsmith.co.uk; personalized greetings cards and gifts through funkypigeon.com; pens through cultpens.com; and personalized stationery products through treeofhearts.co.uk and dottyaboutpaper.co.uk websites. The company was founded in 1792 and is based in Swindon, the United Kingdom.
WH Smith Dividend Announcement
• WH Smith announced a semi annually dividend of £22.60 per ordinary share which will be made payable on 2025-02-06. Ex dividend date: 2025-01-16
• WH Smith's trailing twelve-month (TTM) dividend yield is 2.56%
• WH Smith's payout ratio for the trailing twelve months (TTM) is 57.81%
WH Smith Dividend History
Ex-Div date | Dividend amount | Dividend type | Pay date |
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2025-01-16 | £22.60 | semi annually | 2025-02-06 |
2024-07-11 | £11.00 | semi annually | 2024-08-01 |
2024-01-11 | £20.80 | semi annually | 2024-02-01 |
2023-07-13 | £8.10 | semi annually | 2023-08-03 |
2023-01-05 | £9.10 | semi annually | 2023-01-26 |
2020-01-09 | £41.00 | semi annually | 2020-01-30 |
2019-07-11 | £17.20 | semi annually | 2019-08-01 |
2019-01-10 | £38.10 | semi annually | 2019-01-31 |
2018-07-12 | £16.00 | semi annually | 2018-08-02 |
2018-01-11 | £33.60 | semi annually | 2018-02-01 |
2017-07-13 | £14.60 | semi annually | 2017-08-03 |
2017-01-12 | £30.50 | semi annually | 2017-02-02 |
2016-07-14 | £13.40 | semi annually | 2016-08-04 |
2016-01-14 | £27.30 | semi annually | 2016-02-04 |
2015-07-16 | £12.10 | semi annually | 2015-08-06 |
2015-01-08 | £24.20 | semi annually | 2015-01-29 |
2014-07-16 | £10.80 | semi annually | 2014-08-07 |
2014-01-08 | £21.30 | semi annually | 2014-01-30 |
2013-07-17 | £9.40 | semi annually | 2013-08-08 |
2013-01-02 | £18.60 | semi annually | 2013-01-31 |
2012-06-13 | £8.30 | semi annually | 2012-07-18 |
2012-01-04 | £15.30 | semi annually | 2012-02-02 |
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1. Determination of Dividend: WH Smith's board of directors reviews the company's financial performance, cash flow, future investment needs, and other relevant factors to determine the amount and timing of dividend payments.
2. Dividend Declaration: Once the board approves a dividend, WH Smith publicly announces the dividend amount, currency, and the ex-dividend date. The ex-dividend date is the date on or after which the buyer of the stock will not be eligible to receive the upcoming dividend payment.
3. Record Date: The record date is the date on which the company checks its records to identify shareholders who are eligible to receive the dividend. Only shareholders on record as of this date will receive the dividend.
4. Payment Date: On the designated payment date, WH Smith distributes the dividend to eligible shareholders. The dividend is usually paid in the form of cash directly into the shareholder's brokerage account or through other designated payment methods.
5. Tax Implications: Dividends received from WH Smith are generally taxable as income. Shareholders may need to report dividend income on their tax returns and pay applicable taxes according to their jurisdiction's tax regulations.
1. Record Date: WH Smith sets a record date, which is the date on which the company checks its records to determine the eligible shareholders. Only those who are shareholders on record as of this date will receive the dividend.
2. Payment Date: On the designated payment date, WH Smith distributes the dividend to eligible shareholders. The payment is usually made electronically, directly into the shareholder's brokerage account or bank account.
3. Currency: WH Smith declares the currency in which the dividend will be paid. Depending on the shareholder's location and the currency election made by the shareholder, the dividend will be converted to the appropriate currency during the payment process.
To assess the safety of WH Smith's dividend, it is crucial to analyze the company's financial health, debt levels, cash flow generation, and ability to sustain dividend payments over the long term. Additionally, monitoring the company's future earnings, cash flow projections, and management's commitment to dividend policies can provide valuable insights.
It is recommended to review WH Smith's financial reports, official announcements, and consult with financial advisors or experts who have access to the most current and comprehensive information about the company's financial situation.