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UK retailer B&M posts higher first-quarter like-for-like sales on warmer weather

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Posted on July 15, 2025

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(Reuters) -Discount retailer B&M reported on Tuesday higher like-for-like revenue in its UK business in the first quarter of fiscal 2026, buoyed by warmer weather and Easter-related demand. B&M's UK

B&M Sees Increased UK Sales in First Quarter Due to Warm Weather

(Reuters) -Discount retailer B&M reported on Tuesday higher like-for-like revenue in its UK business in the first quarter of fiscal 2026, buoyed by warmer weather and Easter-related demand.

B&M's UK like-for-like sales rose 1.3% during the quarter.

(Reporting by Aatrayee Chatterjee in Bengaluru; Editing by Subhranshu Sahu)

Key Takeaways

  • B&M's UK like-for-like sales rose by 1.3% in Q1 2026.
  • Warm weather contributed to increased sales.
  • Easter demand also boosted revenue.
  • The report was published by Reuters.
  • The article was edited by Subhranshu Sahu.

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the percentage increase in B&M's UK like-for-like sales?
B&M's UK like-for-like sales rose by 1.3% during the quarter.
What factors contributed to B&M's sales growth?
The sales growth was buoyed by warmer weather and Easter-related demand.
When did B&M report its first-quarter sales results?
B&M reported its first-quarter sales results on Tuesday.

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