Screwfix is a DIY retailer that targets trade professionals with a highly regarded multichannel operation. Originally founded as a mail-order operation, the business now trades from over 900 stores across the UK. Since 1999, Screwfix has been part of Kingfisher, which is the worldâs third-largest home improvement retailer behind US retailers Home Depot and Loweâs.Retail Week provides news, analysis, features and opinion about Screwfix and the home and DIY sector.
Kingfisher has upgraded its profit guidance for the year as it posted both profit and sales growth and said it made ârapid progress against our strategic prioritiesâ across its stable of brands.
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Screwfix has appointed Heidi Woodhouse as its new commercial director.
Screwfix has launched a new loyalty programme which offers member-only deals, rewards and more.
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