DIY, gardening and pets on the decline in Germany in 2025
The DIY and gardening trade in Germany ended 2025 with a decline in sales. This is according to preliminary figures published by the German statistics authority (Statistisches Bundesamt/Destatis). For the DIY sector, …
More exhibitors in Essen
IPM visitor numbers on par with last year
This year, IPM Essen attracted nearly 40,000 visitors. This means that visitor numbers remain slightly below those of last year, when …
IPM Essen
Seven halls full of plants
In 2026, IPM Essen will once again occupy the entire exhibition grounds and showcase innovations from the global horticultural industry. Also in …
Obi
“Many suppliers will be delighted”
Obi has restructured its purchasing department in order to fully leverage its strength across Europe for its ecosystem, according to purchasing …
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Hardware Fair Cologne: Meet a company that works
This March, industry leaders from around the world will gather in Cologne for the International Hardware Fair, and MaxxBuild …
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Home Improvement Report Retail Worldwide 2025
The statistics report for the international DIY industry in collaboration with EDRA /ghin und HIMA.
It shows sales trends, location figures and floor space turnover of more than 600 distribution lines worldwide.