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Dunelm set for lower first half profits but flags recovery after heatwave hit

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First reported on Thursday 15 October 2026 at 03:25 EDT by Evening Standard·Latest article on Thursday 15 October 2026 at 03:25 EDT

Summary

Dunelm is set for lower first half profits but flagged a recovery after a heatwave hit, the Evening Standard and The Independent reported on Thursday 15 October. The retailer said total sales fell by around 3% in the first six weeks of its new financial year, largely because of the 'exceptionally warm weather'.

Latest: Dunelm said total sales fell by around 3% in the first six weeks of its new financial year, largely because of the 'exceptionally warm weather', and is set for lower first half profits but flagged a recovery.

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  1. Thursday 15 October

    Dunelm said total sales fell by around 3% in the first six weeks of its new financial year, largely because of the 'exceptionally warm weather', and is set for lower first half profits but flagged a recovery.