Group revenue surged 22.5% in the 13-week period to December 26, with UK stores generating revenue growth of 26.6%.

On a like-for-like basis UK sales jumped 21.1%, with the retailer opening net 16 new stores during the quarter.

B&M plans to open 18 more stores during the fourth quarter, bringing the total to 45 gross for the full year, offset by 10 closures.