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Michael Hakes - CFA, MBA Kingfisher KGF-LSE PAST TOP PICK May 09, 2025

(A Top Pick Apr 19/24, Up 29%)

Nice yield over 4%. Trying to turnaround margins in France to match other segments; no luck yet, but optimism remains. High savings rates in France have put a lid on consumer spending. UK-US trade deal may boost optimism and spending.

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