The Latest Breaking News from Kingfisher

Business has benefitting from sustained DIY interest and bursting trade order books

The Glazer family, who have owned Manchester United since 2005, are in talks with cricket legend Sourav Ganguly to take over Indian Super League side East Bengal

Screwfix saw its sales boosted by the lockdown DIY boom, as Brits turned to home renovations at a time when pubs, restaurants and shops were closed. Hardware stores were allowed to stay open

The retailer’s sales were boosted during the pandemic as locked down Britons hired tradespeople to spruce up their properties and gardens.

The home improvement industry has been one of the biggest beneficiaries of the COVID-19 pandemic. Home renovation retailers gained significantly as prolonged indoor stays encouraged people to consider restyling and remodeling their homes. Furthermore, a growing inclination to transform homes and boost living/working comfort continues to propel the industry’s growth.…

It comes as the broadcaster is facing the prospect of privatisation.

If the consumer champion is right, it seems many of the energy companies are trying it on

The DIY boom helps profits surge at the B&Q and Screwfix owner as it pledges to keep battling rivals on price amid the cost-of-living squeeze.

Demand for energy-saving kit and the shift to working from home are driving sales, says Kingfisher boss