Kingfisher plc

Kingfisher’s modern group structure developed through acquisitions: it acquired B&Q through FW Woolworth in 1982, combined B&Q with Castorama in 1998, acquired Screwfix in 1999 and bought the remaining Castorama stake in 2002.

The company sells home-improvement products and services to consumers and professional tradespeople through stores, websites, apps and marketplaces. Its principal banners include B&Q, Screwfix, Castorama, Brico Dépôt, TradePoint and Koçtaş, operating across Europe.

Kingfisher is especially strong in multi-banner retail, trade-focused propositions, store-based fulfilment and own exclusive brands. Its group strategy uses shared buying, sourcing, technology and product development while allowing each retail banner to target different customer needs.