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WHSmith reports mixed half year results

Trading profit fell by more than 30% for its high street business while profit dipped from £22m to £15m in the six months to 28 February. Sales also fell by 7% to £239m. However, its travel arm’s trading profit increased 12% while sales rose 6% to £712m.

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