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Article: Paving stone firm Marshalls is hit by slump in new build; BUILDING PRODUCTS.(Business)
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- The Birmingham Post (England)
- Article date:
- August 30, 2008
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Byline: By Russell Lynch Special Correspondent
Faltering DIY and new build markets have hit sales at paving stone firm Marshalls (MSLH) as households rein in spending, the company said yesterday.
The Huddersfield company - which has recently closed two operations in the Midlands - said the commercial and public sector market, which accounts for 60 per cent of revenues, was robust, but domestic sales were "quieter".
The domestic division saw comparative sales fall 10 per cent in the ...