QXO extended its all-cash tender offer to acquire Beacon Roofing Supply, with the offer remaining open until April 21, while giving an update on the amount of shares tendered into the deal.
Amount of Beacon Shares Tendered into QXO Offer Dips in Latest Update Read More »
Viking is a manufacturing and distributor of wood crates, cases, metal containers, corrugated packaging and dangerous solutions.
FCA Packaging Acquires Viking Packing Specialist Tulsa Read More »
U.S. manufacturing technology orders rose nearly in February, with gains from contract machine shops and signs of investment.
February Metalworking Machinery Orders Rebound with 10% Rise Read More »
The addition of less-than-truckload service means suppliers who sell through Amazon’s eCommerce platform have more inbound shipping options.
Amazon Debuts LTL Service in U.S. Read More »
Lawless Group has named a new Chief Sales Officer to lead sales strategy and drive growth across markets as of April 1.
Lawless Group Appoints Longtime Fastenal Veteran as Chief Sales Officer Read More »
U.S. consumer sentiment dropped drastically in April, marking its fourth straight monthly decline amid rising inflation concerns and economic uncertainty.
U.S. Consumer Sentiment Hits 2nd Lowest Point on Record Since 1952 Read More »
MDM Forecast: April 2025 Update Read More »
The report showed that PPI fell in March, marking the first decline since October 2023 and below economists’ expectations of a rise.
Wholesale Inflation Unexpectedly Fell 0.4% in March Before Tariffs Read More »
Fastenal posted its strongest monthly sales growth since early 2023, with March daily sales surging year-over-year despite margin 1Q margin pressure. See our full breakdown of the company’s March and 1Q results.
Fastenal Daily Sales Jump to 2-Year High in March; 1Q Margin Slips Read More »
The report showed the first month-over-month decrease for overall consumer prices in nearly five years.
Consumer Inflation Cooled in March Ahead of Tariff Impacts Read More »
Pending partner investment, Amazon is considering expanding its U.S. warehouse network with new logistics facilities, focusing on delivery hubs and automated fulfillment centers.
Report: Amazon Eyes $15B Expansion of U.S. Warehouse Network Read More »
Minnesota-based Valley Craft is a manufacturer of materials handling, rum handling and storage solutions equipment.
Ballymore Safety Acquires Materials Handling Supplier Valley Craft Industries Read More »
Oklahoma-based NorthWest Bearing & Industrial is an industrial supply store that serves customer from two locations in Woodward and El Reno.
NorthWest Bearing & Industrial Supply Joins Power Heavy Duty Network Read More »
QXO Confirms Plans to Rebrand Beacon Read More »
NIBCO promoted a new VP of Specialty and Retail Sales to lead combined channel efforts and drive growth.
NIBCO Appoints Specialty & Retail Sales Leader Read More »
The designation recognizes a subset of MDM’s annual Top Distributors for maintaining their status at or near the top of their respective market year-after-year.
MDM Announces Inaugural “Industry Titans” and Recognition at SHIFT Conference Read More »
China faces a 125% tariff hike while Trump issues a 90-day pause on reciprocal tariffs for most others. A 10% baseline tariff remains.
Trump Pauses Reciprocal Tariffs, Except For ‘Retaliatory’ China Read More »
The company promoted its Associate General Counsel to General Counsel for North America, where he will oversee legal operations, compliance and risk management.
City Electric Supply Appoints General Counsel for N.A. Read More »
A Few Words on Elasticity, the Future of Tariffs and Distributors’ Response Read More »
The February report showed a strong increase in sales and inventories, reflecting positive growth across both durable and nondurable goods. Frontloading ahead of tariff impacts undoubtedly played a key factor.
February Wholesale Sales Jump as Inventory/Sales Ratio Falls Read More »
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