There’s only five fundamental items that truly influence customer purchasing decisions. Distributors with mastery of these items always lead the market, says WayPoint Analytics' Randy MacLean.
The 5 Things Customers Want (and how to deliver them) Read More »
In the fourth quarter, sales decreased 24.4% as the company also reported a loss of $11 million in the period.
MRC Global 2020 Sales Sink 30.1% Read More »
For the fourth quarter, sales were up 7.7% from same period in 2019 as company posted profit growth for both the quarter and the full year.
Watsco Sales Increase 6% in 2020 Read More »
Indian River Consulting Group’s (IRCG) weekly Pandemic Revenue Index for the work week of Feb. 1 to Feb. 5 increased 14.1%, continuing a normal growth trend.
Pandemic Revenue Index Up 14.1% Read More »
Kathy Mazzarella of Graybar, Debbie Weitzman of Cardinal Health Inc. and D.G. Macpherson of Grainger spoke on a National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors Digital Summit panel about how they’ve led their businesses over the past year and how lessons learned during COVID-19 can help influence the industry.
Leading Distributors Share the Secrets to Their Pandemic-Era Successes Read More »
Our latest podcast guest was longtime M&A adviser Brent Grover, who outlined how distribution M&A markets are shaping up in 2021. Our recap includes Grover’s view on the current landscape and his timely advice for buyers and sellers that will help anyone become a better dealmaker.
M&A Will Impact You in 2021. Here’s What You Need to Know. Read More »
Wholesale trade shows improvement from same month in 2019 and from the previous month of November, according to the latest report from the U.S. Census Bureau.
Wholesale Trade Sales Up 1.7% in December Read More »
Building materials distributor announced in December 2020 that it was unloading this division to PE-backed Foundation Building Materials for $850 million.
Beacon Completes Divestment of Interior Business Division Read More »
Latest addition to Würth’s portfolio will join its new construction services business division, Würth Construction Services.
Würth Industry North America Acquires Atlantic Fasteners Read More »
This issue of MDM Premium is features inspiring stories from executives at leading distribution companies on how they overcame the challenges of 2020 and what they are doing to continue to bring positive change to their companies. Read on for inspiration from NW Synergy, Graybar, Cardinal Health and Grainger.
Download this Issue as a PDF: February 10 2021 Read More »
Kathy Mazzarella of Graybar, Debbie Weitzman of Cardinal Health Inc. and D.G. Macpherson of Grainger spoke on a National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors Digital Summit panel about how they’ve led their businesses over the past year and how lessons learned during COVID-19 can help influence the industry.
Leading Distributors Share the Secrets to Their Pandemic-Era Successes Read More »
Mark Fisher, recently appointed CEO, is eyeing continued growth across the portfolio.
NW Synergy Sets the Stage for a Bright Future Read More »
What does it take to build successful habits and keep them going for the long term? Consider setting micro goals for yourself and your business.
Successful Habits Often Start with a Small Step in the Right Direction Read More »
For the fourth quarter, sales were also up big — 97% — thanks to its market-shifting acquisition last year.
WESCO’s 2020 Sales Grow 48% on Anixter Addition Read More »
Building materials distributor also reported a profit of $71 million, up significantly from a profit of $18.2 million the same quarter a year ago.
Beacon’s Q1 Sales Up 11.4% Read More »
And new orders placed in December marked a 40% increase from the previous month, according to the most recent U.S. Manufacturing Technology Orders report.
Manufacturing Technology Orders Up 17.6% in December Read More »
Latest addition to SRS Distribution’s portfolio operates 11 locations across Southern California.
SRS Distribution Acquires J.B. Wholesale Read More »
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For the full year, the goods and services deficit increased $101.9 billion, or 17.7%, from 2019.
Goods and Services Deficit Down in December Read More »
Building materials distributor SRS said it has named Ryan Nelson to the company’s top financial post.
SRS Distribution Appoints CFO Read More »
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