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. It also supplies printed and digital media content airlines and travel points. In addition, the company offers field-based merchandising, supply chain auditing, a… Read more
Smiths News PLC - Asset Resilience Ratio
Smiths News PLC (SNWS) has an Asset Resilience Ratio of -1.24% as of August 2021. 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.
Liquid Assets
Total Assets
Resilience Assessment
Asset Resilience Ratio Trend (2002–2021)
This chart shows how Smiths News PLC's Asset Resilience Ratio has changed over time. Compare with other companies' asset resilience ratios.
Liquid Assets Composition Over Time
This chart breaks down Smiths News PLC's liquid assets into cash & equivalents and short-term investments, showing how the composition has evolved over time.
Current Liquid Assets Breakdown
| Component | Amount | % of Total Assets |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | GBX0.00 | 0% |
| Short-term Investments | GBX-2.30 Million | -1.24% |
| Total Liquid Assets | GBX-2.30 Million | -1.24% |
Asset Resilience Insights
- Limited Liquidity: Smiths News PLC maintains only -1.24% of assets in liquid form.
- This low level may indicate efficient asset utilization but could pose risks during economic downturns.
- The company primarily holds liquidity in cash and equivalents rather than short-term investments.
Smiths News PLC Industry Peers by Asset Resilience Ratio
Compare Smiths News PLC's asset resilience ratio with other companies in the same industry.
| Company | Industry | Asset Resilience Ratio |
|---|---|---|
|
Tangel Publishing
SHE:300148 |
Publishing | 27.22% |
|
YeaRimDang Publishing Co. Ltd
KQ:036000 |
Publishing | 69.05% |
|
Huamei Holding
SHE:000607 |
Publishing | 2.04% |
|
Central China Land Media Co Ltd
SHE:000719 |
Publishing | 0.65% |
|
Guangdong Guangzhou Daily Media Co Ltd
SHE:002181 |
Publishing | 20.99% |
|
Catcha Digital Bhd
KLSE:0173 |
Publishing | 5.71% |
|
Samsung Publis
KO:068290 |
Publishing | 3.35% |
|
Woongjin Thinkbig Co Ltd
KO:095720 |
Publishing | 0.41% |
Annual Asset Resilience Ratio for Smiths News PLC (2002–2021)
The table below shows the annual Asset Resilience Ratio data for Smiths News PLC.
| Year | Asset Resilience Ratio (%) | Liquid Assets | Total Assets | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021-08-31 | -1.24% | GBX-2.30 Million | GBX186.20 Million | +1.56pp |
| 2020-08-31 | -2.80% | GBX-6.50 Million | GBX232.40 Million | -- |
| 2017-08-31 | 0.00% | GBX0.00 | GBX339.90 Million | -- |
| 2016-08-31 | 0.02% | GBX100.00K | GBX417.90 Million | +0.22pp |
| 2014-08-31 | -0.20% | GBX-600.00K | GBX300.90 Million | -0.06pp |
| 2013-08-31 | -0.14% | GBX-400.00K | GBX289.00 Million | -1.30pp |
| 2007-08-31 | 1.16% | GBX1.10 Million | GBX95.10 Million | -7.15pp |
| 2003-08-31 | 8.31% | GBX90.00 Million | GBX1.08 Billion | -0.39pp |
| 2002-08-31 | 8.70% | GBX98.00 Million | GBX1.13 Billion | -- |