WH Smith PLC Asset Resilience Ratio
WH Smith PLC asset resilience ratio. WH Smith PLC (SMWH) has an Asset Resilience Ratio of 0.53% as of February 2024. The Asset Resilience Ratio measures the percentage of a company's total assets that are held in liquid form (cash and short-term investments). This metric indicates how well-positioned the company is to handle unexpected financial challenges, economic downturns, or strategic opportunities without requiring external financing. See SMWH days of operational coverage to measure how many days the company can operate on defensive assets alone.
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Resilience Assessment
Asset Resilience Ratio of WH Smith PLC (2007–2023)
Asset resilience ratio of WH Smith PLC from 2007 to 2023. This chart shows how WH Smith PLC's Asset Resilience Ratio has changed over time. Read WH Smith PLC debt and liabilities for a breakdown of total debt and financial obligations.
Liquid Assets Composition Over Time
This chart breaks down WH Smith PLC's liquid assets into cash & equivalents and short-term investments, showing how the composition has evolved over time. For the complete balance sheet picture, see WH Smith PLC assets under control.
Current Liquid Assets Breakdown
| Component | Amount | % of Total Assets |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | GBX0.00 | 0% |
| Short-term Investments | GBX9.00 Million | 0.53% |
| Total Liquid Assets | GBX9.00 Million | 0.53% |
Asset Resilience Insights
- Limited Liquidity: WH Smith PLC maintains only 0.53% of assets in liquid form.
- This low level may indicate efficient asset utilization but could pose risks during economic downturns.
- The company has significant short-term investments, indicating active treasury management.
WH Smith PLC Industry Peers by Asset Resilience Ratio
Compare WH Smith PLC's asset resilience ratio with other companies in the same industry.
| Company | Industry | Asset Resilience Ratio |
|---|---|---|
|
MINISO GROUP A DL-0001
F:MIF0 |
Specialty Retail | 16.25% |
|
Works co uk PLC
LSE:WRKS |
Specialty Retail | 3.81% |
|
Harvey Norman Holdings Ltd
AU:HVN |
Specialty Retail | 1.24% |
|
Lovisa Holdings Ltd
AU:LOV |
Specialty Retail | 9.55% |
|
Super Retail Group Ltd
AU:SUL |
Specialty Retail | 5.49% |
|
Nick Scali Ltd
AU:NCK |
Specialty Retail | 12.73% |
|
Temple & Webster Group Ltd
AU:TPW |
Specialty Retail | 26.73% |
|
Beacon Lighting Group Ltd
AU:BLX |
Specialty Retail | 2.53% |
WH Smith PLC Asset Resilience Ratio by Year (2007–2023)
WH Smith PLC asset resilience ratio by year from 2007 to 2023. The table below shows the annual Asset Resilience Ratio data for WH Smith PLC.
| Year | Asset Resilience Ratio (%) | Liquid Assets | Total Assets | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-08-31 | 0.30% | GBX5.00 Million ≈ $608.36 |
GBX1.65 Billion ≈ $200.76K |
+0.48pp |
| 2022-08-31 | -0.18% | GBX-3.00 Million ≈ $-365.01 |
GBX1.69 Billion ≈ $205.87K |
-0.03pp |
| 2021-08-31 | -0.15% | GBX-2.00 Million ≈ $-243.34 |
GBX1.35 Billion ≈ $164.26K |
+0.27pp |
| 2020-08-31 | -0.41% | GBX-6.00 Million ≈ $-730.03 |
GBX1.45 Billion ≈ $176.06K |
-0.60pp |
| 2018-08-31 | 0.19% | GBX1.00 Million ≈ $121.67 |
GBX528.00 Million ≈ $64.24K |
-0.24pp |
| 2016-08-31 | 0.43% | GBX2.00 Million ≈ $243.34 |
GBX470.00 Million ≈ $57.19K |
-0.99pp |
| 2009-08-31 | 1.42% | GBX7.00 Million ≈ $851.70 |
GBX494.00 Million ≈ $60.11K |
+0.60pp |
| 2008-08-31 | 0.82% | GBX4.00 Million ≈ $486.68 |
GBX488.00 Million ≈ $59.38K |
+0.05pp |
| 2007-08-31 | 0.77% | GBX4.00 Million ≈ $486.68 |
GBX517.00 Million ≈ $62.90K |
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About WH Smith PLC
WH Smith PLC operates as a travel retailer in the United Kingdom, North America, Australia, Ireland, Spain, and internationally. It offers news, books, and convenience for travelling customers. It operates stores in airports, hospitals, railway stations, and motorway service areas. The company is also involved in International Travel Retail, UK Travel Retail, and North America. The company was fo… Read more