Future of Distribution Event Will Lay Out the Dynamics of the Industry’s Next Stage
MDM’s first-ever Future of Distribution Summit will take place online on Tuesday, April 13.
March 9, 2021
Walmart Gears Up Automation Capabilities
The retail giant fires a shot across the bow of other large distributors by scaling up local fulfillment centers using automation.
What to Consider When Planning to Sell a Distribution Business This Year
The impact of taxes during the M&A decision-making process is expected to be elevated in 2021.
Commentary: Future of Distribution Event Will Lay Out the Dynamics of the Industry’s Next Stage
MDM’s first-ever Future of Distribution Summit will take place online on Tuesday, April 13.
Download this Issue as a PDF: March 10 2021
This issue of MDM Premium takes a deep dive into the distribution M&A landscape for the remainder of 2021. Topics covered include historical thinking that led to today’s perspectives, how 2020 shaped investor and seller mindsets and what to think about when planning a transaction of your own. We’ve also got news on Walmart’s latest automation moves and how you can get a sneak peek at the industry’s future through MDM’s next virtual event.
2021 Distribution M&A Landscape
What distributors need to know about buying and selling as they navigate the post-pandemic consolidation boom.
MRC Global Appoints Rob Saltiel as CEO
Saltiel will replace Andrew Lane, who announced his retirement last May.
DXP Enterprises’ Sales Drop 20.7% in 2020
MRO and industrial distributor DXP Enterprises Inc. posted a loss of $28.8 million in the year, but the company also completed some acquisitions in 4Q.
