Smiths News today provides shareholders with an update on trading ahead of its Annual General Meeting taking place this morning. The Board confirms that trading for the year ending 29 August 2026 (“FY2026”) remains in line with market expectations. The Company’s strategy of maintaining shareholder returns alongside the development of additional revenue streams that leverage the Company’s existing capabilities and networks remains on track. Jon Bunting, Chief Executive Officer of Smiths News, commented: “Smiths News has performed strongly since the start of the year, and I am pleased to report that we are on track to meet market expectations. “I look forward to providing a further update to shareholders at the half year results in May.”