IN BRIEF: James Halstead says confident in new UK-made product ranges
29th Jan 2026 14:23
James Halstead PLC - Manchester, England-based commercial flooring manufacturer and distributor - Says sales fell slightly in the six months to December 31, as central European and Asia Pacific markets remain challenging with an impact on overall total sales. UK sales meanwhile remain robust and are marginally higher on-year despite uncertain market conditions. The company adds: "Once again we have seen further growth in the North American and Middle Eastern markets. An uplift in sales to our South African distributor has also been pleasing." The firm says its "conservative approach to customer credit" has been a factor in lower revenue across some markets such as the UK. Read More