Wickes profit doubles as DIY firm bets on solar

Home improvement retailer Wickes has doubled its profit as the firm positions itself to become a leader in solar panel installation.  The firm took revenue of £1.6bn, up six per cent, and pre-tax profit grew from £23m to £49m, in the year to December 2025.  Wickes was promoted to the FTSE 250 last year, as [...]