Currys ends the year with momentum, and fresh optimism for private investors

  • Currys PLC (LSE:CURY)has closed its financial year with a stronger-than-expected performance, raising both profit guidance and investor confidence in a business that is beginning to show real signs of structural improvement. According to new research from Panmure Liberum, the electricals retailer has upgraded its full-year pre-tax profit forecast to £162 million, up from £159 million, marking a 26.5% increase from where expectations stood 12 months ago.