Winkworth reports ‘a slower sales market but ongoing strength in lettings’ as profits slide
Estate agency's pre-tax profits have slumped by 24% compared to last year, while total revenues are down 5%.
Winkworth warns on profits as sales revenue drops 20%
"Property prices have held up reasonably well but transactions have slowed, leading to a high number of agreed sales being delayed to the second half of the year," says leading estate agency.
Strong lettings performance boosts Foxtons’ finances, as sales revenue falls
"I am encouraged by the early results achieved to date," says Foxtons boss Guy Gittins, as "operational improvements" bear fruit.
Winkworth profits tumble from 2021’s ‘exceptional’ high
Estate agency network reports "very satisfactory" financial results for 2022 - "against a background that was at times challenging."
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