DFS lifts profit outlook after reeling in more orders and launching winter sale

Sofa chain DFS Furniture has said it expects to notch up ‘strong’ profit growth in its first half despite a subdued market and consumer uncertainty ahead of this month’s Budget (Alamy/PA) -

Sofa chain DFS Furniture has lifted its profit outlook after reporting sales growth and launching its important winter promotions.

The furniture business, which is listed in London, said it was “utilising data” to help drive more orders across its brands.