WH Smith PLC (SMWH) — Tangible Net Worth Ratio
WH Smith PLC (SMWH) has a Tangible Net Worth Ratio of 72.7% as of February 2026. This metric is calculated by deducting intangible assets (GBX44.00 Million) from net assets (GBX161.00 Million) and expressing it as a percentage of total net assets. A higher ratio means that more of the company's equity is backed by tangible, balance-sheet-verifiable assets rather than goodwill, patents, or brand value. See WH Smith PLC shareholders equity for net asset value and shareholders' equity analysis.
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WH Smith PLC Tangible Net Worth Ratio (2000–2025)
This chart shows how WH Smith PLC's Tangible Net Worth Ratio has changed across 26 annual periods from 2000 to 2025. As of February 2026, the ratio stands at 72.7%, reflecting net assets of GBX161.00 Million with intangible assets of GBX44.00 Million GBX. Also explore SMWH net assets growth trend to track the company's year-over-year net asset growth rate.
Annual Tangible Net Worth Ratio for WH Smith PLC (2000–2025)
The table below presents the year-by-year Tangible Net Worth Ratio for WH Smith PLC from 2000 to 2025, covering 26 annual filings. Each row shows net assets, intangible assets, total assets, the tangible net worth ratio, and the change in percentage points versus the prior year. For the full company profile including market capitalisation, see how much is WH Smith PLC worth.
| Year | Tangible NW Ratio | Net Assets (GBX) | Intangible Assets | Total Assets | Change (pp) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 76.1% | GBX188.00 Million | GBX45.00 Million | GBX1.46 Billion | ▼ -9.6 pp |
| 2024 | 85.7% | GBX446.00 Million | GBX64.00 Million | GBX1.87 Billion | ▲ +5.9 pp |
| 2023 | 79.7% | GBX340.00 Million | GBX69.00 Million | GBX1.65 Billion | ▲ +180.1 pp |
| 2022 | -100.4% | GBX271.00 Million | GBX543.00 Million | GBX1.69 Billion | ▲ +130.4 pp |
| 2021 | -230.8% | GBX143.00 Million | GBX473.00 Million | GBX1.35 Billion | ▼ -113.6 pp |
| 2020 | -117.2% | GBX227.00 Million | GBX493.00 Million | GBX1.45 Billion | ▼ -196.5 pp |
| 2019 | 79.3% | GBX237.00 Million | GBX49.00 Million | GBX746.00 Million | ▼ -6.1 pp |
| 2018 | 85.4% | GBX212.00 Million | GBX31.00 Million | GBX528.00 Million | ▲ +0.9 pp |
| 2017 | 84.5% | GBX187.00 Million | GBX29.00 Million | GBX488.00 Million | ▼ -0.6 pp |
| 2016 | 85.1% | GBX168.00 Million | GBX25.00 Million | GBX470.00 Million | ▲ +0.8 pp |
| 2015 | 84.4% | GBX147.00 Million | GBX23.00 Million | GBX456.00 Million | ▲ +6.1 pp |
| 2014 | 78.2% | GBX101.00 Million | GBX22.00 Million | GBX457.00 Million | ▼ -0.2 pp |
| 2013 | 78.4% | GBX102.00 Million | GBX22.00 Million | GBX463.00 Million | ▼ -6.8 pp |
| 2012 | 85.2% | GBX149.00 Million | GBX22.00 Million | GBX467.00 Million | ▲ +0.6 pp |
| 2011 | 84.6% | GBX156.00 Million | GBX24.00 Million | GBX477.00 Million | ▼ -2.5 pp |
| 2010 | 87.1% | GBX186.00 Million | GBX24.00 Million | GBX513.00 Million | ▼ -0.1 pp |
| 2009 | 87.2% | GBX188.00 Million | GBX24.00 Million | GBX494.00 Million | ▲ +1.5 pp |
| 2008 | 85.7% | GBX161.00 Million | GBX23.00 Million | GBX488.00 Million | ▼ -5.5 pp |
| 2007 | 91.2% | GBX227.00 Million | GBX20.00 Million | GBX517.00 Million | ▲ +3.1 pp |
| 2006 | 88.1% | GBX168.00 Million | GBX20.00 Million | GBX526.00 Million | ▲ +15.7 pp |
| 2005 | 72.4% | GBX105.00 Million | GBX29.00 Million | GBX542.00 Million | ▲ +36.4 pp |
| 2004 | 35.9% | GBX256.00 Million | GBX164.00 Million | GBX861.00 Million | ▼ -11.6 pp |
| 2003 | 47.6% | GBX435.00 Million | GBX228.00 Million | GBX1.08 Billion | ▼ -13.3 pp |
| 2002 | 60.9% | GBX614.00 Million | GBX240.00 Million | GBX1.13 Billion | ▼ -1.7 pp |
| 2001 | 62.6% | GBX631.00 Million | GBX236.00 Million | GBX1.15 Billion | ▼ -0.6 pp |
| 2000 | 63.2% | GBX604.00 Million | GBX222.00 Million | GBX1.04 Billion | — |