Deutsche Bank sticks with ‘sell' on Kingfisher despite steady guidance

Deutsche Bank reiterated its “sell” rating on Kingfisher PLC (LSE:KGF) after the DIY retailer reported first-quarter sales broadly in line with expectations and maintained full-year guidance. The B&Q and Screwfix owner said it still expects adjusted pre-tax profit of £565 million to £625 million for the 2026 financial year, compared with market forecasts of £589 million.