DIY store sales in France 14 per cent above 2019 level

Sales in French DIY stores in September remained slightly below those of September 2020 (-1.77 per cent). Compared with September 2019, however, they rose by 14 per cent, according to the FMB industry association, citing figures from the Banque de France. The sector is benefiting from positive influencing factors such as consumer confidence, the property market and the savings rate.