HOME ABOUT CARPETRIGHT INVESTORS MEDIA CR CAREERS RETAIL SITES You are here: Home » About Carpetright » FAQ's About Carpetright Company Overview Our History Our Vision Our Businesses Our Awards Board of Directors FAQ's FAQ's The question and answer guide is intended to provide a brief introduction to Carpetright plc, its operating companies and shareholder issues. These sections are regularly updated. What is Carpetright plc's vision? The Group aims to be the first choice for all consumers by offering the broadest range of floorcoverings, at the keenest prices, with unbeatable customer service. You may also wish to see how we have delivered against this vision here, "Our Vision". What are your principal areas of business? Carpetright plc is a floor coverings and beds retailer, selling a wide range of carpets, rugs, vinylsand laminates together with associated accessories. The Group trades from 602 stores organised and managed in two geographical segments. These are the “UK” and the “Rest of Europe” (comprising The Netherlands, Belgium and the Republic of Ireland). How does Carpetright plc seek to build shareholder value? The Group's key business objective is to be a leading European of floor coverings and beds, offering a comprehensive range of products at the keenest prices, supported by excellent customer service. The primary financial objective of the Group is to deliver long-term sustainable growth in earnings per share and cash flow. We achieve this through a number of strategies, the detail of which can be found in our "Company Overview" section. How has Carpetright plc performed over the past five years in terms of growth, revenues and profits? View the 5 year summary. How do I get a copy of the Annual and Interim Reports? You can download a copy of the reports from the Annual Reports and AGM's section. Should I invest in Carpetright plc? We are not authorised under the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 to provide advice to investors. For investment advice, please contact a stockbroker or independent financial adviser regulated by the Financial Services Authority. What is the dividend policy at Carpetright plc? Company profits are customarily handed back to shareholders in part in the form of dividends. The frequency and amount per share of dividend payments are decided by the Board of Directors. Carpetright plc historically pays an interim dividend each February and a final dividend for the previous financial year in September. What is your issued share capital? The Company is required by the FSA's Disclosure and Transparency Rules to disclose to a RNS on a monthly basis its issued share capital and voting rights. Details of the latest announcement can be found in the regulatory announcements section of our website. What is Carpetrights market share? Carpetright is the market leading floorcoverings retailer in Europe. Current estimates put our marketshare at approximately 24% of the UK total floorcoverings market. (Source: Verdict Research). What is the stock/ticker symbol for Carpetright plc? CPR. When does Carpetright report its financial results? Full details can be found in our financial calendar. ABOUT CARPETRIGHT About Carpetright Company Overview Our History Our Vision Our Businesses Our Awards Board of Directors FAQ's INVESTORS Investors Corporate Governance Financial Overview Advisers Results & Presentations Annual Reports and AGM's Financial Calendar Investor FAQ RNS Announcements Share Price Information Investor Contacts CR CR Providing excellent service Developing committed people Sourcing great products Creating a safe place to work & shop Respect for the environment CAREERS Careers Learning & Development Our People Rewards & Benefits Why Join Carpetright? Opportunities Store Support Office Vacancies Store Vacancies Accessibility Terms & Conditions Privacy & Security Site map FAQ's Our Awards Contact Us Company Factsheet © 2010 Carpetright Plc.