WH Smith PLC (OTCMKTS:WHTPF) Sees Significant Decrease in Short Interest

WH Smith PLC (OTCMKTS:WHTPF) saw a significant decline in short interest in December. As of December 15th, there was short interest totaling 9,643 shares, a decline of 32.8% from the November 30th total of 14,353 shares. Based on an average daily trading volume, of 0 shares, the short-interest ratio is currently ∞ days. Based on an average daily trading volume, of 0 shares, the short-interest ratio is currently ∞ days.

WH Smith Price Performance

Shares of OTCMKTS WHTPF opened at $8.97 on Tuesday. WH Smith has a 1-year low of $8.60 and a 1-year high of $14.14. The business’s 50 day moving average is $9.00 and its two-hundred day moving average is $10.51.

Wall Street Analyst Weigh In

Several equities analysts have weighed in on the company. Investec cut WH Smith to a “hold” rating in a report on Thursday, September 4th. Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft reiterated a “hold” rating on shares of WH Smith in a research report on Thursday, November 20th. Two investment analysts have rated the stock with a Hold rating, According to MarketBeat, WH Smith has an average rating of “Hold”.

WH Smith Company Profile

WH Smith PLC is a British retail company founded in 1792, known primarily for its network of newsagents and bookstores. The company operates two main divisions—High Street and Travel—serving both everyday customers and travelers. Its product range includes newspapers, magazines, books, stationery, convenience foods, and travel essentials, complemented by digital content and online sales channels.

The High Street division comprises more than 600 stores across the United Kingdom, offering a broad selection of print and convenience products to local communities.