HBBHF OTC

HORNBACH Holding AG & Co. KGaA (symbol: HBBHF) is a prominent European retailer, primarily focused on establishing and managing expansive do-it-yourself (DIY) stores that incorporate garden centers through its various subsidiaries. These operations span across Germany and numerous other European nations. Within its physical retail spaces, the company provides an extensive selection of approximately 50,000 products. These are organized into distinct departments, including hardware and electrical supplies, paints, wallpapers, and flooring materials, structural building components like timber and prefabricated elements, sanitary installations and tiles, and a wide array of garden tools and plants. Beyond its core retail offerings, HORNBACH also supplies a comprehensive range of construction materials and tools, complemented by logistical supply services. It further distinguishes itself by offering expert advice tailored to diverse product categories and specialized trades. This guidance supports various construction, renovation, or refurbishment projects, covering areas such as foundational shell construction, roofing, interior finishing, facade work, civil engineering, and landscape gardening. An additional business segment for the company involves the development and leasing of commercial real estate properties for retail use. As of February 28, 2022, HORNBACH's substantial operational network included 165 DIY megastores and garden centers. Germany housed the majority with 98 locations, while other European countries featured: 14 in Austria, 16 in the Netherlands, 1 in Luxembourg, 10 in the Czech Republic, 8 in Switzerland, 8 in Sweden, 4 in Slovakia, and 8 in Romania. The company's footprint also extended to 36 builders' merchant outlets situated in south-western Germany, alongside two specialized retail stores in France. Furthermore, HORNBACH maintains a robust online presence through its dedicated e-commerce platforms. The company was founded in 1877 and is headquartered in Bornheim, Germany.