BHETA members to meet with Dobbies, Amazon, Tesco, M&S and John Lewis in April/May

BHETA has published a new member briefing examining the key announcements in the Autumn Budget 2026 and their implications for suppliers of housewares, small domestic appliances, DIY and garden products.

Currys and Boots joining TikTok Shop highlights growing retailer interest in social commerce, raising strategic questions for brands around direct sales, retail partnerships, affiliate marketing and marketplace competition.

Global home improvement sales fell 2.1% in 2025, while Europe grew 1.5%. Discover the key insights and market trends from the latest Home Improvement Report.

AO World expects first-half revenue to be up 5.5% year on year, with pre-tax profit up by more than 20% to around £21.5m, according to its pre-close trading update published on 24 September 2026.

John Lewis Partnership reported a loss before tax and exceptional items of £89m for the 26 weeks to 1 August 2026, up from £34m a year earlier, in its interim results issued 10 September 2026. Partnership sales grew 2% to £6.3bn, but John Lewis-brand sales fell 2% to £2.0bn

New UK rules on fake reviews are now in force. Here's what housewares businesses need to know to stay compliant.