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
WH Smith PLC - Asset Resilience Ratio
WH Smith PLC (WHTPF) 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.
Liquid Assets
Total Assets
Resilience Assessment
Asset Resilience Ratio Trend (2007–2023)
This chart shows how WH Smith 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 WH Smith 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 | $0.00 | 0% |
| Short-term Investments | $9.00 Million | 0.53% |
| Total Liquid Assets | $9.00 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 |
|---|---|---|
|
Beijing Sanfo Outdoor Products Co Ltd
SHE:002780 |
Specialty Retail | 0.00% |
|
Ls Networks
KO:000680 |
Specialty Retail | 41.87% |
|
Suning Commerce Group Co Ltd
SHE:002024 |
Specialty Retail | 13.34% |
|
Haining China Leather Market Co Ltd
SHE:002344 |
Specialty Retail | 0.39% |
|
Zhejiang Aishida Electric Co Ltd
SHE:002403 |
Specialty Retail | 0.00% |
|
Shenzhen Aisidi Co Ltd
SHE:002416 |
Specialty Retail | 1.57% |
|
Monami
KO:005360 |
Specialty Retail | 11.38% |
|
Hotel Shilla Co Ltd
KO:008775 |
Specialty Retail | 9.85% |
Annual Asset Resilience Ratio for WH Smith PLC (2007–2023)
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% | $-5.00 Million | $1.65 Billion | -0.13pp |
| 2022-08-31 | -0.18% | $-3.00 Million | $1.69 Billion | -0.03pp |
| 2021-08-31 | -0.15% | $-2.00 Million | $1.35 Billion | +0.27pp |
| 2020-08-31 | -0.41% | $-6.00 Million | $1.45 Billion | +0.93pp |
| 2019-08-31 | -1.34% | $-10.00 Million | $746.00 Million | -1.53pp |
| 2018-08-31 | 0.19% | $1.00 Million | $528.00 Million | -0.24pp |
| 2016-08-31 | 0.43% | $2.00 Million | $470.00 Million | -0.99pp |
| 2009-08-31 | 1.42% | $7.00 Million | $494.00 Million | +0.60pp |
| 2008-08-31 | 0.82% | $4.00 Million | $488.00 Million | +0.05pp |
| 2007-08-31 | 0.77% | $4.00 Million | $517.00 Million | -- |