Leroy Merlin has opened a new Gigamarket with a retail area totalling 15,000 sqm on the site of a former Tesco shop in the Warsaw area. After an announcement by the company that it would open in the third quarter of 202…
Agreement concluded
International Hardware Fair Italy and Edra cooperate
The International Hardware Fair Italy and Edra/Ghin, the international DIY association, have agreed on a strategic cooperation …
After a two-year absence
Domotex shines with internationality
After the Domotex floor covering fair had to be cancelled for two years in a row due to the pandemic, the physical fair returned this year at …
Switzerland
Migros speciality stores down 6.7 per cent
The speciality stores of the Swiss Migros Group, including the Obi and Do it + Garden brands, experienced subdued consumer demand in 2022…
2023 ranking
Ace Hardware ranked as one of the top 10 franchises in the world
Ace Hardware has secured a spot in the top 10 franchise business opportunities in the world for 2023, according to …
Prioritising tasks
Home Depot launches new in-store app for staff members
Home Depot is rolling out a new, homegrown app developed to help employees in the stores prioritise tasks more effectively. …
Home Improvement plans getting postponed
Financial woes outrank fears about climate change
The state of the economy and household finances are a greater concern to people across the globe than climate change, according to…
Plus 3 per cent since May
Clas Ohlson sales grow by 2 per cent in December 2022
Clas Ohlson’s sales in December increased by 2 per cent to SEK 1 234 mio (approx. EUR 110.2 mio). In December 2021 the …
Interview with Ken Hughes
John Herbert is optimistic about the future of the industry
John Herbert, general secretary of the international trade association Edra/Ghin, is very optimistic about the future of…
Adeo Group
Three new Weldom stores in Martinique
Two Martinique-based franchisees are joining the French DIY chain Weldom with a combined total of three locations. Two locations will be …