Tuesday, 18 November 2008  
   

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Down but not out
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Praktiker, a many-faceted company
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United Kingdom: Worst fears confirmed 
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Rothenberger: Own marketing company for DIY stores
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DIY in Europe I Current issue  
Main contents of DIY in Europe 11-12/2008
 
kein Bild The complete table of contents from the current issue
     
Down but not out
     
 
Many-faceted
  For 30 years Praktiker has had success in Germany with the group's value-for-money image. However, the international business is what brings the growth figures - and here the emphasis is on quality   
 
+ Worst fears confirmed
  It has been a disappointing year for DIY retailers in the United Kingdom. In 2007 it still looked as if the less than buoyant trading of the previous couple of years might improve, but the international credit crunch and a renewed bout of political uncertainty have dashed all hopes   
 
Faster and more flexible
  Soldering, welding, plumbing and gardening are the essential issues for Rothenberger Industrial. This independent selling company intends to provide the DIY superstores with an even better service in future    
 
International market-place for the green sector
  Spoga+Gafa was unable to pick up where the 2006 attendance and exhibitor figures left off. Nevertheless, this year’s event again lived up to its reputation as an international launch pad for innovative products   
 
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