FTSE 100 closes firmly higher despite disappointing service sector stats
The UK bluechip-benchmark closed over 165 points higher at 7,199, while the FTSE 250 added over 311 points at 19,576
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Sanderson Design Group PLC
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Sanderson Design Group PLC, formerly Walker Greenbank, designs markets and distributes wall coverings and fabrics.
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Luxury interiors proving a harder sell in the UK for Walker Greenbank
Licensing income was strong, with sales up 21% at constant currencies
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The posh wallpaper company has put the disruption caused by flooding of one of its factories behind it
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Walker Greenbank completes flood defences
In 2016, the company received £15.3mln in insurance payments relating to the flood damage at its Standfast & Barracks factory and consequent loss of profits.
Walker Greenbank set for earnings enhancing wallpaper acquisition
The initial consideration will be £25mln, a total of £17mln of which will be funded by a placing
Walker Greenbank upbeat despite flood hit
Wallpaper group says insurance policy should cover flooding costs
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he third quarter was in line with expectations with profit margins slightly above last year