Highlights
Uncertainty heightens trading risks for B&Q owner Kingfisher
Kingfisher has said that risks to its business, particularly its retail operations, had increased as a result of the continuing lack of insight over how Brexit will pan out.
[21-05-19]
EXCLUSIVE: Uncertainty is ‚hurting consumer confidence
Blanco’s UK managing director Simon Hart said the trading environment has been “tough” since the UK vote to leave the EU almost three years ago, but “particularly” difficult since last October.
[21-05-19]
kbbreview: Brexit special
On May 23 the EU will hold its parliamentary elections and kbbreview will run a special week of news and features that will get to the heart of how Brexit uncertainty is – or isn’t – affecting the KBB industry.
[20-05-19]
JKMR predicts first kitchen sales dip in 10 years
The number of UK kitchens fitted in 2019 will drop for the first time since 2009, according to current projections from specialist KBB research firm JKMR.
[20-05-19]
Falkenberg steps down as CEO of Nobia
Nobia, which owns Magnet in the UK, has announced that Morten Falkenberg will step down from his post as chief executive after nine years.
[17-05-19]
B&Q owner looks to mini-stores to help recovery
The owner of B&Q has said it is piloting a new “convenience store” concept, which will be smaller than its retail park sheds, following in Ikea's footsteps.
[16-05-19]
Poggenpohl and Porsche sign ‘long-term contract’
Luxury kitchen brand Poggenpohl and the iconic car company Porsche have agreed to continue to work together in a “long-term partnership”.
[16-05-19]
‘Record trading quarter’ for UK accessible bathroom supplier
Nymas, which supplies accessible bathroom products to retailers and specifiers, has reported a “record” start to the year.
[16-05-19]
LDL steps up its environmental strategy
LDL has stepped up its commitment to the environment with the introduction of recyclable drink cans and a new cycle shelter.
[15-05-19]
Revealed: the bathrooms UK consumers really really want
Bricks-and-clicks retailer Sanctuary Bathrooms has analysed Google search data to identify exactly what it is UK consumers most want in the bathroom.
[15-05-19]
