Monthly Wholesale Trade Data: September 2011
Sales and inventories data for wholesaler-distributors in September 2011.
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November 2011
Commentary: Three Differentiators for 2012
Planning, analytics and talent are critical areas for development in the new year.
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Behind ERIKS’ Acquisition of Lewis-Goetz
Jeff Crane, CEO of industrial rubber products distributor Lewis-Goetz and Company says the distributor will remain focused on its growth strategy after being recently acquired by ERIKS. This article looks at how Lewis-Goetz’s strategy fits in with the European distributor’s plans for fast expansion in North America.
The recent acquisition of industrial rubber products distributor Lewis-Goetz and Company by ERIKS NV, a Netherlands-based industrial distributor, puts Lewis-Goetz in a new position both financially and strategically.
Lewis-Goetz was owned by The Audax Group, a private equity firm who has invested in and grown many industrial distributors over the past several years.
Lewis-Goetz CEO Jeff Crane spoke with MDM ...
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The Impact of Recent Economic Turmoil on European Distributors
Recently, the European Power Transmission Distributors Association hosted its annual meeting in Budapest, Hungary. Jean-Marie Fink, managing director of JMF Consulting, Mougins, France, attended the meeting and in this article shares insights on trends in the European manufacturing and distribution industry.
While international businesses have to contend with many unique operational issues – from import/export regulations to varied labor laws – the underlying challenges they face are universal. At the European Power Transmission Distributors Association’s annual convention in Budapest, Hungary, earlier this year, distributors discussed their top concerns and the key trends facing their industry.
Top Concerns for Europe
Current economic condi ...
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Durable Goods New Orders Up 0.7% in October
Inventories increased 0.5 percent in the month.
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Tip: Selling Your Company? Understand What Buyers Want
Use these guidelines to determine if your company is an attractive acquisition target.
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Simple Steps to Encourage Mentor Relationships
Investing in mentoring much simpler than companies may expect.
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Chicago Fed National Activity Index Edges Up in October
The index's three-month moving average, CFNAI-MA3, decreased to -0.27.
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Atlas Copco Buys Seti-Tec
The manufacturer of advanced drilling equipment for the aerospace industry joins the Industrial Technique business area.
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DGI Supply Acquires Tru-Cut
DGI plans to expand Tru-Cut's offering.
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Outlook: Recent U.S. Performance Stronger, But Not a ‘Significant Improvement’
MAPI chief economist: European debt crisis remains a 'red flag'.
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Brady Organic Sales Up 3.5% in First Quarter
Organic sales in the Americas grew 5.7 percent.
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Conference Board Leading Economic Index ‘Rebounds’ in October
Sharp pick-up in housing permits drive improved expectations.
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Illinois Tool Works Organic Sales Up 7% in Past Three Months
Some segments saw 20%+ increases in sales.
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October Housing Starts Down 0.3% from September
Year over year, October housing starts are up 16.5 percent.
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Grainger to Close 25 Branches in U.S. by End of Year
Grainger also forecasts sales for the full year 2011 in the double digits.
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The Gores Group Acquires Remaining Interest in Stock Building Supply
The private equity firm has held a controlling interest in the building materials distribution company since May 2009.
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3 Questions to Better Understand the Forces Behind Employee Turnover
Here's how to get to the bottom of why employees stay at or leave your company.
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Canadian Manufacturing Sales Up 2.6% in September
Increase is third in three months; gain reflects higher sales in petroleum/coal products and transportation equipment.
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