The results also show that distributors warn new tax increases could add to mounting financial pressures across the industry.
New NAW & MDM Research Shows Tariffs’ Growing Impact on Supply Chain Read More »
It followed healthy growth of 2.4% in 4Q24.
Bureau: U.S. Economy Shrank in 1Q for First Time Since 2022 Read More »
Performance was “significant” given the soft start in January and was led by Indoff and the Global’s largest strategic accounts.
Global Industrial Posts Flat 1Q Sales, but Margin Improves Read More »
The building materials distributor was still able to churn out a modest profit, though EBITDA production was roughly half that of a year earlier.
BlueLinx 1Q Sales Dip, Profit Slides Amid Weather & Market Impacts Read More »
Meanwhile, February’s monthly figure was revised upward.
Advance: March Wholesale Inventories Up 0.5%, Below Estimates Read More »
During an earnings call, Hillman officials committed to supply chain diversification and lowering its exposure to China-based suppliers amid tariff uncertainties.
Hillman Posts Modest Increase in 1Q Sales, Calls for Price Increases Amid Tariffs Read More »
The landmark acquisition cements QXO’s presence as a major building materials distributor, and it’s just getting started.
Done Deal: QXO Completes $11B Purchase of Beacon Read More »
In times of economic and market uncertainty, strategies that are practical, realistic and effective under pressure will guide you through the noise. Here, Michelle Duffy details how distributors can successfully manage tariff pass-throughs while protecting profitability and customer relationships.
3 Practical Ways Distributors Can Successfully Manage Tariffs Read More »
Jordan Gabbert will oversee investor engagement and outreach for middle-market private equity firm MiddleGround Capital.
MiddleGround Capital Promotes Investor Relations Lead Read More »
Alatex enhances IBC’s presence in the Houston market, and Dutton’s product mix aligns with the buying group’s supplier partners.
IBC Adds Dutton Industrial, Alatex Tool as New Distributor Members Read More »
If you’ve ever wanted to ask: “How do I do it, too?” MDM’s 2025 Women in Distribution share their best advice and words of encouragement for women pursuing a career in distribution.
How to Succeed as a Woman in Distribution: Advice from Top Industry Leaders Read More »
The acquisition will position the manufacturer for new product development and continued penetration into the electrical distribution channel, company officials said.
Timer Switch Maker Intermatic Privately Acquired Read More »
Less than one-fifth of respondents’ expect economic conditions to improve over the next three months.
Metalformers’ Optimism Continues to Dwindle, though Shipping Improves Read More »
Plumbing, HVACR, and PVF supplies distributor F.W. Webb furthered its HVAC expansion strategy with the promotion of two company veterans to director positions. The Bedford, MA-based company announced in mid-March that Pat Casey was appointed to the newly-created role of Director of Business Advancement, HVAC, while Warren Bean is now Director of Commercial HVAC Sales.
F.W. Webb Promotes 2 HVAC Directors Read More »
Graybar reported its highest first-quarter net sales ever and its third-best sales for any quarter in its history.
Graybar Posts 7.9% 1Q Sales Jump YoY Read More »
The electrical and PVF supplies distributor says its new McNaughton McKay Group branding brings its five subsidiary companies under a single, cohesive banner.
McNaughton-McKay Rebrands to Unite 5 Subsidiaries Read More »
The distributor announced an upcoming two-for-one stock split, marking Fastenal’s ninth split in its history and first since 2019.
Fastenal Issues 2-for-1 Stock Split; First in 6 Years Read More »
Based in Texas, Maverick Beverage is a distributor of wine and craft spirits, operating across six states with approximately 500 employees.
Johnson Brothers Acquires Fellow Wine & Spirits Distributor Maverick Read More »
U.S. durable goods orders surged in March, far exceeding forecasts, driven by a jump in transportation equipment as firms rushed to beat potential tariffs.
Advance: March Durable Goods Orders Spiked 9.2% Read More »
Our first quarter MarketPulse shares a wealth of data from the 1Q25 Baird-MDM Industrial Distribution Survey that covered respondents’ revenue performance, pricing updates and expectations for the current quarter and rest-of-year, plus plenty of commentary.
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