British retail faces a reckoning as 232-year-old chain looks to sell its high street stores
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Jan 27 2025
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Source: CNBC
WH Smith's Strategic Shift: British retailer WH Smith is considering selling its high street business, which includes over 520 stores, to concentrate on its more profitable travel store unit that generates three-quarters of its revenue.
Impact of Economic Pressures: The U.K. retail sector faces challenges from rising operational costs due to government policy changes, leading to job cuts and store closures among major retailers like Sainsbury's.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
