Kingfisher plc is a successful and thriving retail business with a clear focus on the home and family. It's 'bricks and mortar' businesses - DIY and Electrical - operate nearly 1,400 stores in 17 countries. The Group's vision is to enable people to enjoy their home and lifestyle better than any other retailer in the world.

This goal is pursued through some of Europe's best-known retail brands and, increasingly, through innovative e-commerce channels.

Although concentrated in Europe, the Group's 90,000 employees span the globe, working in countries as diverse as China, Brazil, Canada and Turkey. Turnover for the Group at yearend 2002 was over £11.2 billion.

The Group is Europe's number 1 home improvement retailer and world number 3 currently operating in 11 countries with over 570 stores. Sales for the sector at yearend 2002 were over £5.8bn. The Group is also Europe's second most profitable electrical retailer, operating with over 820 stores, with sales exceeding £3.7bn.

Industry:		Retailer
2002 Revenue:		£ 11.2 billion
No. of employees:		90,000
Headquarters:		London, UK