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Heatwave compounds trading troubles at Topps Tiles

The retailer now expects underlying profits for the year to the end of September to be above £6.5 million, against £9.2 million the previous year.

Evening Standard

Topps Tiles shares warning as traders pause work during heatwave

The group has been slashing costs and closing stores in the face of more difficult trading

The Independent UK

Topps Tiles H1 Earnings Call Highlights

Topps Tiles (LON:TPT) reported broadly flat first-half revenue on a pro forma basis but said stronger gross margins and cost-saving initiatives supported a rise in operating profit, as the tile retailer works toward its “Mission 365” growth plan. Chief Executive Alex Jensen said the company had mad

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Topps Tiles shutting 23 stores as part of cost-cutting measures

The Leicestershire-based tile chain is also making savings across its head office to offset tougher trading and rising costs.

Evening Standard

Topps Tiles to close 23 stores as part of ‘significant self-help measures’

The company did not disclose the potential impact these closures would have on its workforce

The Independent UK

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Introducing the capsule tile collection from Ideal Home & Topps Tiles

These 20 pieces can be used in endless combinations to elevate your home

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Topps Tiles set for ‘another year of progress’ as sales continue to grow

The Leicestershire-based tile chain posted a 2% rise in like-for-like sales for the Topps Tiles brand in its first quarter to December 27.

Evening Standard

DIY shops enjoy bumper year as UK property market slows

Paint and sofas sell well as Britons are priced out of moving home or undertaking pricey renovations

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Topps Tiles buys Fired Earth brand from administration as sales growth slows

Shares in the company dipped in early trading on Tuesday despite a return to profit.

Evening Standard

Practical tips for choosing the right tiles to suit your space

This room-by-room guide will inspire you, says Sam Wylie-Harris.

The Independent UK

Topps Tiles sales jump amid strong trade demand

Shares in the tile and flooring retailer lifted on Wednesday after it highlighted ‘strong trading momentum’ over the latest quarter.

Evening Standard

Are white tiles going out of style? These are the 4 tile trends to try instead for a stylish kitchen in 2026

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Global stock markets ‘jittery’ as trade war fears grow

The prospect of further or higher tariffs has raised fears about the consequences of an escalating global trade war.

Evening Standard

Topps Tiles reveals accelerating sales ahead of £4m costs increase

The Leicestershire firm said homeowner sales ‘remain subdued’ amid caution over spending heavily on major DIY projects.

The Independent UK

Topps Tiles’ stores takeover could mean worse deals in four regions, CMA warns

The competition watchdog has warned that Topps could face a more thorough probe after its deal to buy 30 CTD stores last year.

The Independent UK

Myths around home improvements debunked

Experts quash some common misconceptions about upgrades and renovations. By Sam Wylie-Harris.

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Evening Standard

Topps Tiles boss retires as company returns to sales growth

Rob Parker said he will leave the company less than two months after its biggest investor called for a leadership review.

The Independent UK

Top kitchen trends to watch out for in 2025

From neutrals to Japandi style, here’s what’s set to be in fashion.

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Topps defends strategy after being slammed by biggest shareholder

Austrian investor MS Galleon accused bosses at Topps Tiles of strategic ‘missteps’ and a ‘complete failure’ to adapt to a changing market.

Evening Standard

Topps Tiles cautions over costs as profits slump on weak home improvement market

The retailer said recent Budget measures will an extra £4 million to its wage bill from next April.

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