Sales drop at WHSmith’s high street stores

WH Smith reveals falling high street sales amid talks to sell the division
The group said total high street sales dropped 6% in the 21 weeks to January 25, down 3% on a like-for-like basis, while travel shops saw 6% growth.
Will the public miss WH Smith if it disappears from the UK high street?
YouGov’s chief executive Steve Hatch takes a closer look at the data behind the biggest stories in business. Here, he looks at the future of WH Smith. News broke last week that WH Smith was looking to sell its UK high street stores.
Sales drop at WHSmith’s high street stores as it looks for buyer
Sales at WHSmith’s UK high street stores fell during the key festive period, as the retailer seeks to sell off the units. The FTSE 250 company known for its stationery and books, last week confirmed it was reviewing strategic options for about 500 high street shops,
WH Smith high street sales continue to suffer amid sale talks
WH Smith shares jumped on Wednesday as the retailer revealed strong growth in its travel business has continued to offset the ongoing decline of its high street business.
WH Smith: Travel drives growth ahead of possible high street exit
Revenue at WH Smith rose four per cent in the first half of the financial year, driven by growth in its travel stores as it prepares to exit the high street. Total travel revenue rose six per cent like for like in the 21 weeks to January 25,
Carlisle shoppers react to WH Smith's potential high street sale
Carlisle shoppers have shared their thoughts on the announcement by WH Smith that it’s in talks to sell its high street arms.
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Fire Dept. responds to High St. fire
The Fire Department responded to a fire that broke out inside a three-story apartment building on High Street Sunday evening.
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Rayleigh High Street will 'evolve' as new restaurants open
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WH Smith considers axing its high street stores after 230 years
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All the high street store closures happening in February including WHSmith and Millets
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Iconic retailer sees high street sales slump as it considers selling 500 outlets
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Temporary signals being upgraded at busy High Street intersection in Hanover on Wednesday
New temporary signals being installed two months after prior temporary signals come as part of a contract awarded for ...