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Russia's press reports on the withdrawal of Obi
War against Ukraine
Russia's press reports on the withdrawal of Obi

In Russia, too, the temporary cessation of Obi's business activities in the country is reported via agencies - but without mentioning the exact motives of the market leader in Germany and the number three in Russia.Thus…

Distribution9. March 2022
DIY stores in Austria increase by 2.5 per cent in 2021
Double-digit growth in the first quarter
DIY stores in Austria increase by 2.5 per cent in 2021

The turnover of DIY stores in Austria increased by 2.5 per cent to EUR 3.04 bn in 2021. These figures were presented by the …

Distribution9. March 2022
German DIY stores down sharply compared to 2020, stable up compared to 2019
BHB retail association
German DIY stores down sharply compared to 2020, stable up compared to 2019

German DIY stores turned over 8.2 per cent less last year than in 2020, and 9.1 per cent less on a …

Distribution8. March 2022
Demand for emergency supplies soars
Petrol cans, generators etc.
Demand for emergency supplies soars

The Russian war against Ukraine has led to a surge in interest in emergency supplies, which are also available in DIY stores. This has been …

Distribution8. March 2022
Swiss DIY stores close 2021 up 5.8 per cent
Large fluctuations in the year
Swiss DIY stores close 2021 up 5.8 per cent

In Switzerland, DIY store sales increased by 5.8 per cent to CHF 3.92 bn (EUR 3.91 bn) in 2021. This was reported by the German DIY …

Distribution8. March 2022
Obi Group discontinues operations in Russia
war in Ukraine
Obi Group discontinues operations in Russia

Obi Group has decided to stop its business in Russia. The company is deeply concerned about the tragic developments and consequences of …

Distribution7. March 2022
The Top 20 lose compared to 2020, but clearly gain compared to 2019
German DIY Retailers
The Top 20 lose compared to 2020, but clearly gain compared to 2019

In 2021, the 20 largest German DIY retailers in Germany and abroad generated a total of EUR 1.052 bn less than …

Distribution7. March 2022
Retailers and manufacturers in the DIY industry also affected by the war in Ukraine
Donations, production stoppages and concern for employees
Retailers and manufacturers in the DIY industry also affected by the war in Ukraine

Companies in the home improvement industry have joined the response to the Russian war of …

Distribution4. March 2022
John Herbert interviews Naotaro Hikida of Japanese company Kohnan Shoji
Meet the CEO
John Herbert interviews Naotaro Hikida of Japanese company Kohnan Shoji

John W. Herbert, general secretary of EDRA/GHIN, has hosted his  17th guest in the “Meet the CEO” serie…

Distribution4. March 2022
3e members increase external sales in Austria by 10.2 per cent
Abroad plus 5.8 per cent
3e members increase external sales in Austria by 10.2 per cent

The Austrian trade cooperative 3e AG increased group sales in 2021 by 9.2 per cent to EUR 709 mio. The 146 members in…

Distribution4. March 2022
Toolstation increases sales in 2021 by 20 per cent
Growing European business
Toolstation increases sales in 2021 by 20 per cent

The British trade chain Toolstation increased its total revenue by 20.2 per cent to GBP 761 mio (EUR 910 mio) in 2021. …

Distribution3. March 2022
Cainz takes over Tokyu Hands
Japanese DIY chains
Cainz takes over Tokyu Hands

Japanese Tokyu Hands Holding has sold its DIY chain Tokyu Hands to its competitor Cainz. Tokyu Hands currently has 86 stores, 24 of which are franchise…

Distribution3. March 2022
Cashbuild revenues decline by 12 per cent
Second half of 2021
Cashbuild revenues decline by 12 per cent

The South African DIY store group Cashbuild reports a declined revenue by 12 per cent to ZAR 5.889 bn (EUR 343 mio) for the last six …

Distribution3. March 2022
Big players dominate retail area in Europe
DIY InternationalStatistics
Big players dominate retail area in Europe

Retail space in Europe is heavily concentrated in the hands of the four largest companies, which account for more than 50 per cent of the…

Distribution2. March 2022
Japanese Kohnan Group expands to Cambodia
Second country after Vietnam
Japanese Kohnan Group expands to Cambodia

The Japanese DIY group Kohnan wants to expand to Cambodia and has founded a subsidiary in this country. This is reported by the Japanese …

Distribution2. March 2022
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Putting the plan into action
DIY InternationalScope 3
Putting the plan into action

As some of the world’s leading retailers confirm their commitment, Jamie Pitcairn, Corporate …

Distribution
Innovation, sustainability, brand strength
Tesa
Innovation, sustainability, brand strength

Tesa is introducing new product ranges and investing in its brand - ‘extremely successfully’, says …

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Responsible gardens need responsible people
DIY InternationalBHB Garden Summit
Responsible gardens need responsible people

After last year's rollercoaster ride, the BHB came together with around 150 decision-makers from …

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Distribution20. November 2024
The leaflet remains – for now
DIY InternationalDebate in Germany
The leaflet remains – for now

The printed brochure, still an important advertising medium for the DIY industry, is under pressure…

Distribution28. October 2024
The Myth of the Supplement
DIY InternationalObi
The Myth of the Supplement

Christian von Hegel, a brand expert with a doctorate, sees himself as a scientist even as head of …

Distribution21. October 2024