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Topps Tiles - Dividend could rise 50% by FY'18

September 2016

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  • Epic Code:
  • TPT
  • Price:
  • 120p
Like many housing focused retailers Topps’ shares have been hammered but ironically its Q3 results nearly hit the ball out the park. For the 13 weeks ended 2nd July like-for-like sales rose 6.2% in spite of strong comparatives a year ago (2015 Q3: +6.0%). Clearly its strategy of “out-specialising the specialists” is working and specific initiatives include a new digital brochure service allowing customers to create a bespoke brochure with content specific to the rooms and designs they are interested in.It’s also launched several new ranges providing customers with a natural look including stone and wood effect in a plank style format, while withdrawing its unpopular real wood flooring offer. Sales from recently launched lines accou ...

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