B&Q owner Kingfisher well stocked for Christmas as early shipping pays off By Reuters
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Nov 25 2024
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Source: Investing.com
Kingfisher's Strategy: Kingfisher, the owner of B&Q and Castorama, has proactively built up its inventory of Christmas products to avoid supply chain disruptions caused by recent shipping crises, ensuring timely availability for customers.
Industry-Wide Response: Other retailers like B&M, IKEA, and The Entertainer are also adjusting their logistics strategies by ordering stock earlier and utilizing alternative shipping methods such as air freight to mitigate delays in product delivery.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
