Wickes Doubles Profits, Eyes Solar Market Growth

Wickes, a home improvement retailer, reported a significant increase in pre-tax profits and revenue for the year ending December 2025. The company, which joined the FTSE 250 last year, saw a turnaround in demand for big-ticket items like kitchens. Its design and installation services saw a rise in turnover, aided by easier online booking and more accessible appointments. Shares climbed five percent in early trading Tuesday. Wickes plans to expand into the solar market, projected at £1.5 billion a year by 2028, and is set to open four or five new stores this year. Support the show:Get a discount at https://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/65b35f8bfe905f99