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Carpets pile up as sales slump



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FLOOR coverings retailer Carpetright has recorded a 15.4 per cent slump in like-for-like sales in the UK and Ireland.
The company, which has branches at Hermiston Gait, Newcraighall, Leith and Straiton, said the trading environment has become much more difficult in the 13 weeks to August 2.

The group said it had been a demanding first quarter and warned conditions were likely to remain tough, but it added that it expects to grow market share due to recent operational improvements.

Lord Harris of Peckham, chairman and chief executive, said: "The trading environment in the UK has become more difficult and we can see this continuing for the rest of our financial year.

"However, we believe that our recent operational improvements enhance our resilience."





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  • Last Updated: 06 August 2008 10:43 AM
  • Source: Edinburgh Evening News
  • Location: Edinburgh
 
1

Mallory,

Edinburgh 06/08/2008 12:38:37
There's a carpet shop in Morrison Street which seems to have a permanent dispensation from traffic wardens. Despite a drive in space (usually occupied with a large private car) it is rare to travel down the street without having to pull out from the left hand lane to clear the obstruction. It is also rare to see (un) loading underway.
2

A Friend of Fernando Poo,

Newington Pun Factory 06/08/2008 17:44:06
Just Say "No" to rugs.

 

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