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WHSmith to sell UK high street chain and rebrand under TGJones in a partnership with Modella Capital

Mar 29, 2025about 1 year ago

Contract Type

partnership

TravelRetail

Description

WHSmith has agreed to sell its UK high street chain to Modella Capital in a deal valued at £76 million. The high street stores will eventually be rebranded as TGJones, allowing WHSmith to focus exclusively on its successful travel retail business, which accounts for a significant majority of the company's revenue and trading profit.

Company Information

Company

WH Smith PLC

About

WH Smith PLC is a global travel retailer operating in 32 countries. The company has undergone a transformation to become a highly successful global travel retailer.

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