Wickes

Dobbies appoints two new directors in executive reshuffle

Dobbies Garden Centre has announced the appointment of two new directors, George Hutchinson and Richard Herbert, as part of efforts…

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Wickes enters FTSE 250 amid strong sales

Wickes has been promoted to the FTSE 250 index following a strong start to the year. David Wood, chief executive…

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Today’s news in brief-14/5/25

Luxury fashion brand Burberry has announced plans to cut up to 1,700 jobs globally following a challenging financial year. The…

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Wickes revenues up almost 7% in Q1

Wickes has announced that its group revenues have risen 6.9% to £533.1m during the 17 weeks ended 26 April 2025.…

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Today’s news in brief-20/3/25

The UK retail sector has faced significant challenges over the past five years, with a quarter of a million jobs…

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Wickes profits fall amid decreased consumer demand

Wickes has revealed that its adjusted profit-before-tax fell to £43.6m, down from £52m, for the full year ended 28 December…

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Today’s news in brief-28/1/25

HMV owner Doug Putman is reportedly exploring a bid for WH Smith’s high street arm after the retailer announced plans…

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Wickes ups guidance as revenues jump 3% in H2

Wickes has upgraded its profit guidance to be towards the upper end of the £39.7-£44.0m consensus forecast range following a…

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Today’s news in brief-23/1/25

Primark has revised its sales forecast for 2025 downwards following a challenging autumn trading period in the UK and Ireland.…

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Wickes hails progress in gender and ethnicity pay gap report

Wickes, the home improvement retailer, has revealed it has continued to build gender and ethnicity equality at every level in…

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