Wolseley PLC WOSYY reported a gain in its profit for the half year to January 31.
Wolseley's pretax profit for the period surged to 316 million pounds ($521 million), versus a year-ago profit of GBP193 million.
Its net profit climbed to GBP229 million versus GBP133 million, while revenue rose 3.2% on a comparable basis.
Wolseley lifted its interim dividend by 25% to 27.5 pence.
Wolseley shares closed at $5.52 yesterday.
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