WH Smith high street division

Acquirer: Modella Capital

WH Smith's high street division has been sold to Modella Capital for £76 million, marking the end of the WH Smith name on Britain's high streets. Summary of transaction details: Value: £76 million Sector: Consumer Goods Advisor: Not disclosed Key Entities: WH Smith, Modella Capital Location: UK Note: The sale reflects WH Smith's shift in focus towards its fast-growing travel division, which operates retail stores in airports, train stations, and hospitals across 32 countries.