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WHSmith

Tracked across 7 events · 68 articles · First seen May 16, 2025 · Last active Jul 08, 2026

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Impact: WHSmith cut its annual profit outlook for the second time this year and announced plans for an equity raise due to declining passenger numbers and weakening consumer demand, leading to a 15% drop in its share price. The company is also under investigation by the UK's accountancy watchdog over past accounting issues.
Jun 10, 2026 · 7 articles
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Impact: WHSmith sold its high street chain to Modella Capital, which was then rebranded as T. G. Jones. This event is relevant as it shows the origin of T. G. Jones' current struggles.
May 23, 2026 · 8 articles
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Impact: WHSmith sold its high street stores to Modella Capital last year, which were then renamed T. G. Jones. WHSmith continues to operate its travel locations.
Jul 01, 2026 · 6 articles
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Impact: Modella Capital previously bought WHSmith's high street chain, rebranded as TG Jones, indicating its broader involvement in the British retail industry.
Jan 05, 2026 · 21 articles
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Impact: Mentioned as Helen Webb's previous employer; not directly affected by the event.
Jul 07, 2026 · 6 articles
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May 06, 2026 · 10 articles
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Apr 27, 2026 · 10 articles
Modella Capital target WHSmith WHSmith divested its high street stores division to Modella Capital, with the sa
Modella Capital acquirer WHSmith Modella Capital acquired the high street stores division from WHSmith, completin
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