Used correctly, bolt-on acquisitions can be a wonderful way to grow. The deal prices make a huge difference to success, as does having a coherent strategy. Salesforce and Home Depot are useful examples.

With reference to recent research in Magic Markets Premium, I looked at trends in retail and specifically omnichannel models.

DIY stocks have taken a beating this year as things cooled off after the pandemic. Are we at the point where there are opportunities in the market? Chris Gilmour gives us his view.