Distribution

60 per cent are DIY enthusiasts

The French are satisfied with their DIY stores

In France, 60 per cent of people say that they are DIY enthusiasts; however, 9 per cent also say that they never do any DIY. The French DIY enthusiast is typically a man (66 per cent) and a homeowner (65 per cent). …

Distribution4. June 2024

Edra/Ghin/Hima

Right at the top

This year, the global home improvement industry is meeting in the eternal city for the Global DIY Summit.

Distribution3. June 2024

14th store

Sodimac continues its expansion in Mexico with a third branch in Monterrey

The Chilean DIY chain Sodimac has opened its 14th store in Mexico. Covering a sales area of 8,400 m², the…

Distribution29. May 2024

War against Ukraine

Epicentr DIY store destroyed in Russian attack

The Ukrainian DIY store operator Epicentr has once again been massively impacted by Russia's war of aggression. As reported by …

Distribution28. May 2024

2023 statistics from FMB and Inoha

DIY stores in France generate 1.4 per cent less turnover

DIY stores in France generated 1.4 per cent less turnover last year than in 2022. The French DIY retail and manufacturer …

Distribution28. May 2024

Thailand

DoHome sales down as old stores struggle

Thai home improvement retailing chain DoHome posted a decline in sales as its mature outlets struggled in the first quarter of the year. …

Distribution27. May 2024

Association figures 2023

The Japanese market continues to decline at minus 1 per cent

The Japanese DIY market is in decline for the third year in a row, while the number of stores has continued to rise. …

Distribution27. May 2024

Retailer eyes acquisitions to hasten growth

Mr. DIY revenues grow 9.2 per cent in Q1 2024

It was a solid start of the year for Malaysian home improvement retail chain Mr. DIY after it posted a 9.2 per cent rise in its …

Distribution24. May 2024

Philippines

Allhome sales down 5 per cent in the first quarter

Philippine home improvement retail chain Allhome continued its losing streak in the first quarter of 2024, when its sales fell …

Distribution24. May 2024

Annual press conference

Hornbach expects only slight growth for 2024/2025

Hornbach expects only slight growth this year. Net sales in the 2024/2025 financial year are expected to slightly exceed the …

Distribution22. May 2024

USA

Quarterly sales at Lowe’s take a slight hit

US DIY chain Lowe's reported total sales of USD 21.4 bn (EUR 19.8 bn) for its first quarter of 2024 (ended 3 May 2024), compared to USD …

Distribution22. May 2024

Sets 14 pct rise in revenues for 2024

Indonesia’s Depo Bangunan sees 2 pct uptick in sales for Q1

PT Caturkarda Depo Bangunan, a home improvement retail chain in Indonesia, recorded a two-per cent rise in sales for the…

Distribution22. May 2024

Plus in the UK, minus in France

Kingfisher maintains its turnover in the first quarter

Kingfisher keeps its turnover stable. In the first quarter of the 2024/2025 financial year (ending 30 April 2024), the …

Distribution21. May 2024

Franck Moreno stays at Kingfisher

Pascal Gil becomes new CEO of Castorama France

Pascal Gil (53) is the new CEO of Castorama France. He took over the role on 29 April 2024 and succeeds Franck Moreno, who is now …

Distribution15. May 2024

Optimism for 2024

Ace Indonesia reports 17.2 pct rise in Q1 sales

Ace Hardware Indonesia started the year on a strong footing after seeing a 17.2 per cent rise in its sales. The company recorded …

Distribution15. May 2024

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Mr. DIY sets up in South Africa

The Malaysian retail chain is preparing its market entry on the African continent. Mr. DIY chief …

Distribution

All Fields

Now a Benelux player

Belgian service provider All Fields works for manufacturers and retailers in the DIY sector. Two …

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Plant Power at IPM Express

This year, IPM Essen will be offering new formats on the subject of plants. In addition, the hall …

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Blazing new trails

Mr. DIY sets up in South Africa

The Malaysian retail chain is preparing its market entry on the African continent. Mr. DIY chief …

Distribution24. April 2025

Brico in Belgium

Brand times five

The Belgian DIY market leader Brico uses five size concepts, from city stores to DIY project stores…

Distribution24. April 2025

Belgium

It’s complicated

Three languages, three regions, high regulatory density: the Belgian market is considered …

Distribution24. April 2025

The French are satisfied with their DIY stores

Right at the top

Sodimac continues its expansion in Mexico with a third branch in Monterrey

Epicentr DIY store destroyed in Russian attack

DIY stores in France generate 1.4 per cent less turnover

DoHome sales down as old stores struggle

The Japanese market continues to decline at minus 1 per cent

Mr. DIY revenues grow 9.2 per cent in Q1 2024

Allhome sales down 5 per cent in the first quarter

Hornbach expects only slight growth for 2024/2025

Quarterly sales at Lowe’s take a slight hit

Indonesia’s Depo Bangunan sees 2 pct uptick in sales for Q1

Kingfisher maintains its turnover in the first quarter

Pascal Gil becomes new CEO of Castorama France

Ace Indonesia reports 17.2 pct rise in Q1 sales

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Mr. DIY sets up in South Africa

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Mr. DIY sets up in South Africa

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