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Economy

A look at the latest economic and market trends, and their impact on the distribution channel.

2011 Forecast: Some Growth Signs for the New Year

Thomas P. Gale December 13, 2010

MDM's annual economic forecast webcast provided insight into construction and manufacturing markets.

No. 1 Supply Chain Challenge: Demand Volatility

Jenel Stelton-Holtmeier December 8, 2010

But respondents to a McKinsey survey say they only expect that to be a challenge in the near-term.

Growth to Slow in 4Q

Jenel Stelton-Holtmeier November 23, 2010

Baird analyst provides outlook for remainder of 2010 from the 3Q MDM/Baird Benchmarking Survey.

The Idea That Banks Aren't Lending Right Now is a Myth

Jenel Stelton-Holtmeier November 16, 2010

At least that's according to a recent panel of bankers at STAFDA's annual conference.

Construction Industry Squeezed by Prices

Lindsay Konzak November 16, 2010

But while some material prices have increased, others have remained flat or even declined.

Sarah Palin at STAFDA: 'Make Smart Policy, Stop Bad Policy'

Jenel Stelton-Holtmeier November 9, 2010

'Mom and Pop shops just cannot compete when the government over-regulates them,' Palin says.

Some Surprises in Recent MDM/Baird Benchmarking Survey

Jenel Stelton-Holtmeier November 3, 2010

But overall, optimism seems to be growing among respondents to the quarterly survey.

Separating Feeling from Fact on the Economy

Lindsay Konzak October 26, 2010

HARDI speaker: Don't let ups and downs stop your company from taking action.

Third Quarter 2010 Earnings: Positive Trend Continues

Lindsay Konzak October 19, 2010

Despite uncertainty, quarterly results from some of the largest distributors are going the right direction.

Is Worst Still Yet to Come for the Contractor End-Market?

Lindsay Konzak October 15, 2010

Economic data suggests difficult times may continue for customers serving construction markets.

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