Grafton annual revenue rises 9% as Ireland becomes most profitable market 

Last year saw the group return to normal trading levels following exceptional pandemic-related spending

The parent company of Woodies and Chadwicks also saw pre-tax profit increases of 0.8%, rising to €283.4m

DIY retailer and builder materials group, Grafton saw annual revenues rise by over 9% to €2.59bn in the 2022 financial year, half of which derived from its markets in Ireland, Finland and the Netherlands.

The parent company of Woodies and Chadwicks also saw pre-tax profit increases of 0.8%, rising to €283.4m, however, the group's operating profit saw a just under 2% drop from €303m to €297.5m in the same period.