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Economy

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

Distributor Survey:<br/>Skilled Workers Remain Scarce

Lindsay Konzak June 30, 2010

Plans for hiring grow, but companies report difficulty in finding qualified workers.

The Impact of the Oil Spill on Distributors

Lindsay Konzak June 23, 2010

Distributors in the region comment on potential effects of oil spill. (Includes Video)

Shrinking Distribution Sectors

Lindsay Konzak June 22, 2010

Adam Fein asks: Is there still excess capacity in the industry?

Economic Activity 'Mediocre at Best,' Recent Report Says

Jack Keough June 9, 2010

Economist says in report that pent-up demand should be 'immense,' but it's not.

The Beginning of Jobs Recovery?

Jenel Stelton-Holtmeier June 8, 2010

Survey reveals more optimism for labor market in 3Q.

Are Recent Productivity Gains Driven by Fear?

Jenel Stelton-Holtmeier May 19, 2010

Recent Harvard blog says they may be and that improved productivity may not be sustainable.

Double-Dip Recession? Not So Fast: Forecast

Lindsay Konzak 0 May 14, 2010

Adam Fein in Webcast says chances we'll fall back in are slimmer now than before.

Small Businesses Still Pessimistic About Economy

Jenel Stelton-Holtmeier May 12, 2010

Recent survey shows that poor sales and credit availability continue to be a challenge.

Good Economic News for Distributors

Thomas P. Gale April 30, 2010

But distributors still need to recalibrate expectations for growth.

Guest Blog: Adam Fein's Economic Outlook

Adam J. Fein, Ph.D April 29, 2010

Here's a preview of Fein's new 2010 Wholesale Distribution Economic Reports.

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