“Outside the UK, now half Kingfisher's sales and profits, strong growth continues and we are making good progress with our strategy of strengthening our position in major markets.”
“Strong performances in continental Europe and Asia were more than offset by a sharp downturn in home-related spending in the UK, presenting B&Q with its toughest trading environment for many years.”
“The UK home improvement market continues to weaken into 2006. It is too early to forecast the full year, although a continuation of the recent stronger mortgage and housing trends could provide some support later in the year.”
