WH Smith is planning a circa £100 million capital raise to strengthen its balance sheet following a "downturn in trading conditions" it blames on the effects of the war in the Middle East.
WH Smith plans £100 million capital raise as Middle East war spooks travellers
Transport-hub retailer looking to strengthen balance sheet after trading downturn
By Luke Haynes
CoStar NewsJune 10, 2026 | 1:59 P.M.
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