Henderson Group Surges Amid Tough Market | Ireland News

The Henderson Group smashed records this year, raking in £1.5 billion in sales—up 9%—and posting a 20% jump in pre-tax profits to £76 million, even as grocery prices barely rose 3.3%. Born over 120 years ago as a Belfast butter stand, the family-run powerhouse now spans retail, wholesale, food service, property, and tech, employing 5,600 people and paying £167 million in wages. Their 120 retail stores are strategically spaced just 3.7 miles apart, helping them stay efficient despite rising costs. Food service sales surged 15% to £289 million, with expansion into the Republic of Ireland and strong growth for their Barista Bar coffee brand across the UK. They recently acquired Hunters of Markethill, adding 13 stores and keeping all 130 staff. Brothers Martin and Geoff Agnew, co-chairs, were honored with MBEs—and the company continues its community commitment, donating millions to charities like Marie Curie and Cancer Fund for Children. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/8ba502c29577f275