Stanley Black & Decker reported a modest year-over-year sales decline in 2Q, impacted by a slow outdoor season and tariff-related shipment disruptions.
Stanley B&D Says Tariffs Had a 3-Point Gross Impact in 2Q as Sales Slid Read More »
MSC Industrial Supply named an interim CFO following the pending departure of Kristen Actis-Grande.
MSC Appoints Interim CFO Amid Resignation, Gives Daily Sales Update Read More »
See our breakdown of M&A activity by product category, the latest EBITDA trading multiples for 29 top industrial distributors and our detailed rundown of all deals we tracked during April-June, which remained subdued but improved throughout the quarter.
MDM’s 2Q25 M&A Report is Here Read More »
The U.S. and EU reached a new trade agreement aimed at reducing tariffs, boosting exports and strengthening transatlantic economic ties.
U.S., EU Reach 15% Tariff Deal to Avert Trade War Read More »
Rexel reported an increase in 2Q sales, driven by strong performance in North America that offset weaker results in Europe and Asia-Pacific.
Rexel North American Sales Accelerate in 2Q Read More »
U.S. cutting tool consumption was down from April and year-over-year, as the market continues to face soft demand and economic uncertainty.
U.S. Cutting Tool Orders Fell 2.3% in May, Down 5% YoY Read More »
Sponsored by Grant Thornton, this podcast episode features a trio of specialists to discuss the moves that distributors and transportation providers are making to go from reacting to the new normal of constant disruption, to getting ahead of the curve to be ready for whatever comes next. Tariffs are only one piece of that puzzle.
DPA said the new space accommodates its growth and enhances operational efficiency.
DPA Buying Group Relocates to Larger Cincinnati HQ Read More »
Spanning a half mile end-to-end, the “Retail Support Center” was designed to boost logistics operations and serve its network of over 5,000 stores.
Ace Hardware Opens Massive Kansas City DC Read More »
Honeywell reported a healthy increase in overall 2Q sales and provided updates on its planned breakup into three independent companies.
Honeywell Posts Flat Industrial Automation Sales in 2Q Read More »
Fastenal opened a new DC in Utah, replacing its Salt Lake City facility to support regional growth and operations.
Fastenal Opens Salt Lake Distribution Center Read More »
Walmart is overhauling its AI strategy by unifying tools into four dedicated AI agents that each have their own focus — customers, employees, engineers and sellers/suppliers.
Walmart Consolidating AI Agents into 4 “Super Agents” Read More »
U.S. durable goods orders dropped sharply in June, led by a plunge in aircraft demand, though the overall decline was milder than economists anticipated.
Durable Goods Orders Revert to June Slide Read More »
Distributors Rate Succession Plans “Decent” — Is that Enough? Read More »
Bashlin is a manufacturer of fall protection equipment, climbing gear and accessories, serving utility customers in North America and internationally.
NSA Acquires Fellow Safety Apparel Supplier Bashlin Read More »
Hundreds of Airgas tankhaul workers at 15 facilities across 11 states have expanded their strike and suggested the company deliberately released chemicals at two locations. Airgas provided a response statement to MDM.
Teamsters Expand Airgas Strike to 11 States; Company Responds Read More »
Based in Dallas, Formosa serves customers across Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana and Arkansas.
PAK Quality Foods Acquires Fellow Food Distributor Formosa in TX Read More »
The Trump administration unveiled a new AI Action Plan outlining over 90 steps to strengthen U.S. leadership in artificial intelligence across innovation, infrastructure and global policy.
NAW, NAM Laud White House’s AI Action Plan Read More »
The new CEO succeeds former CEO Kevin Weadick, who has led packaging solutions distributor TricorBraun since May 2025.
FleetPride Taps Former Advance Auto Parts Leader as CEO Read More »
Uline expects the 1.2 million-square-foot DC to be fully operational by November 2026.
Uline to Add Massive DC in Connecticut Read More »
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