Halfords Group Plc · Redditch, Worcestershire United Kingdom ·(London: HFD)
Company Description
Phone: +44-1527-517-601
Fax: +44-1527-513-201
Rankings
- FTSE 250
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This link will open in a new window Halfords Group is more than just mechanically inclined: It serves others who are also DIY mechanics. The retailer sells vehicle maintenance necessities (parts, tools), luxury automobile items (stereos, navigation systems), and travel-related products (car seats, camping equipment), as well as bicycles and related components. Halfords operates about 430 auto parts stores across the UK and a handful of Bikehut specialty shops. It also operates about 20 shops in Ireland and the Czech Republic. Founded in 1892 as a local hardware store, the retailer was acquired by The Boots Company (now Alliance Boots ) in 1989 and sold off in 2002; in 2004 it floated as a publicly traded company for the first time. To read the full description, subscribe now.
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Key Halfords Group Plc Financials
| Company Type | Public - London: HFD Headquarters |
| Fiscal Year-End | March |
| 2008 Sales (mil.) | $1,590.1 |
| Employees | 9,209 |
Halfords Group Plc Executives
10 executives listed for Halfords Group Plc's Redditch, Worcestershire location.
| Title | Name & Bio | Contact |
| Acting Chairman | Nigel Wilson | Network |
| Chief Executive and Director | David Wild | Network |
| Director Store Operations and Logistics | Andy Torrance | Network |
Competition
Competitive Landscape for Halfords Group Plc
Demand for aftermarket parts is driven by the age and mileage of vehicles in use and generally increases when fewer new cars are sold and older cars are kept on the road longer. The profitability of individual companies depends largely on inventory management and marketing. Large companies have economies of scale in purchasing and distribution. Small companies can compete effectively by carrying specialized parts or providing extra services such as machining or fast delivery. Average annual revenue per employee for wholesalers is about $535,000, meaning the segment is capital-intensive. Average annual revenue for retailers is about $120,000, meaning the segment is labor-intensive. To read the full description, subscribe now.Top Halfords Group Plc Competitors
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