DIY groups have opened their first branches, making good use of the time during which the Chinese market has been opening up step by step to western investors and the Chinese government has been making efforts to …
The UK DIY multiples market 2001
The UK DIY multiples market has grown rapidly over the last decade to reach over £5.7 billion at retail prices in 2001
Soon more British suppliers
The chief international buyer for Lowe’s has met a great number of British suppliers, who now reckon on receiving orders
Sears down in January
Contrary to the downturn throughout the rest of the company, though, the retail hardware segment has seen positive development.
New livery on the emerald isle
This spring B&Q is planning to open the biggest DIY superstore in Ireland to date. BU: B&Q has big plans for Ireland
Baumax expands board
Martin Essl remains as president. The position of his deputy is not being filled again.