Kingfisher plc has announced it has completed the sale of its Castorama Italy business to Leroy Merlin Italy for total cash proceeds of €615m (£591 million), including an adjustment for profit generated between 1 July 2008 and completion. 

TJX Europe - owners of TK Maxx - is to expand its HomeSense chain to eight outlets. 

22 jobs saved as Mascot Metal Manufacturers acquires the Birmingham-based hardware fittings distributor for an undisclosed sum. 

The department store chain has reported a group loss before tax of £1.52m rising from last year's £1.39m. 

The logistics and administration of the sister firms will come together, allowing both companies to focus on new developments and improving efficiencies. 

A management buy-out (MBO) by three of BDC's senior management team, has meant the north-London based distribution brand will continue. 

Supermarket Asda has said it will create more than 7,000 new jobs in 2009 as it expands the non-food format. 

Kingfisher, owner of B&Q, are planning to double its business in Poland over the next five years as waves of Poles head back to the country. 

An east-London museum is showcasing innovative and ethically designed products for the home and garden. 

Woolworths Group plc was last night granted an application for an order of administration. 

The spotlight was turned on pre-pack administrations as an influential panel of MPs looked into whether companies were abusing the system. 

Kitchenware company ProCook has been forced to close 18 stores across the country. 

Marks and Spencer outlets earmarked for closure are possible targets for the supermarket chains, according to the high street retailer. 

German coffee and homeware chain Tchibo looks like exiting the UK market following the closure of concessions up-and-down the country. 

The British Hardware Federation's award winners for 2009 were announced at the Totally shows in London. 

The North American DIY market has taken a blow with the news Home Depot plans to cut 7,000 jobs. 

Senior staff across 300 of DIY chain’s stores are at risk of redundancy following a 10% decline in sales over the Christmas period. 

DIY chain calls for government investigation after credit insurers withdraw almost all cover for Focus’ suppliers. 

Bromborough Paint & Building Supplies has sold its builders merchant business at Eastham to Beers Timber & Building Supplies. 

Flying Brands - the Jersey and Essex based home and gardening products group - has issued a profits warning in its latest trading update.