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DIY, Pro & Garden trade fair in Kortrijk

Belgian DIY stores saw a decline in sales in 2025

DIY stores in Belgium ended 2025 with a decline in sales. Some first figures were announced at the DIY, Pro & Garden trade fair. A debate is also taking place there on how the industry should deal with retail …

Events27. January 2026

4,500 stores worldwide

Mr. D.I.Y. establishes German company

After rumors there are now initial reliable indications that Malaysian DIY discounter Mr. D.I.Y. is venturing into the German market, as …

Distribution27. January 2026

In cooperation with Google

Home Depot launches AI agents

In early January 2026, Home Depot and Google announced at a US developer conference that they would be entering into a strategic partnership to …

Distribution27. January 2026

IPM Essen

“Collectively holding the plant up”

The International Plant Fair (IPM) started today in Essen with a good visitor turnout. The world's leading plant fair runs until Friday. Across …

Events27. January 2026

Outdoor furniture manufacturers

Spoga+Gafa expects large participation from the Netherlands

The Spoga+Gafa organisers report large participation from the Netherlands for the upcoming trade fair: The Dutch Outdoor…

Events26. January 2026

Almost 5 per cent growth

DIY segment sees above-average growth in German online retail

In German e-commerce, the home improvement sector performed above average in 2025. The DIY and flowers category is one…

Distribution26. January 2026

Professional business above average

Wickes closes 2025 with plus 5.9 per cent

The British DIY chain Wickes closed 2025 with sales growth of 5.9 per cent compared to the previous year. Like-for-like, the increase was …

Distribution23. January 2026

Typical regional products

14 national stands at IPM 2026

A total of 14 joint stands from 13 countries will be presented at IPM 2026, which will take place from January 27 to 30, 2026, at Messe Essen. …

Events23. January 2026

Until 2027

Veronique Hoflack is the new EPLF President

Veronique Hoflack (Unilin) was elected President of the European Producers of Laminate Flooring (EPLF) for the remaining term of office …

Suppliers22. January 2026

Climate protection commitment

Tesa receives A rating from CDP

Tesa has been awarded the top grade of A by CDP for its climate protection commitment. Every year, the non-profit organisation assesses how …

Suppliers22. January 2026

Obi

And the rodent lives on

Obi isn’t just tweaking its logo; it has embarked on a brand-wide transformation focused on …

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Sopro

Optimistic

In 2026, Sopro is placing a focus on the renovation business, both in the DIY and professional …

Suppliers

IPM Garden Study

Green Gets Under Your Skin

A new study shows: People want more escape from everyday life. This is where the garden trade can …

Garden

Sopro

Optimistic

In 2026, Sopro is placing a focus on the renovation business, both in the DIY and professional …

Suppliers21. May 2026

FN Neuhofer

A location that makes a statement

With its new plant in Pöndorf, FN Neuhofer is entering the new business field of plastics processin…

Suppliers19. May 2026

Obi

And the rodent lives on

Obi isn’t just tweaking its logo; it has embarked on a brand-wide transformation focused on …

Distribution14. May 2026

Belgian DIY stores saw a decline in sales in 2025

Mr. D.I.Y. establishes German company

Home Depot launches AI agents

“Collectively holding the plant up”

Spoga+Gafa expects large participation from the Netherlands

DIY segment sees above-average growth in German online retail

Wickes closes 2025 with plus 5.9 per cent

14 national stands at IPM 2026

Veronique Hoflack is the new EPLF President

Tesa receives A rating from CDP

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And the rodent lives on

Optimistic

Green Gets Under Your Skin

Optimistic

A location that makes a statement

And the rodent lives on