ORS Nasco Acquires Fellow Redistributor R3 Safety
It gains ORS a specialized master wholesaler with three U.S. distribution centers.
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2025
Stanley B&D 4Q Margins Jump; 2024 Sales Slide 3%
The company said it expects EBITDA to expand in 2025 as it pursues a return to historical gross margin of about 35%.
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DigiKey Details its 2024 SKU, Supplier Expansion
The company said it plans to “continue its momentum in 2025” and add more suppliers and products to its offerings.
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December U.S. Factory Orders Down 0.9%
The report showed a second consecutive monthly decrease, 0.9% in December and 0.8% in November, for new orders.
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US LBM Enters Tennessee, Acquires Walker Lumber & Supply
Walker Lumber & Supply is a distributor of building products, offering customers an extensive line of lumber and hardware in Central Tennessee.
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Data: Tracking 2 Decades of U.S. Grid Infrastructure Spend
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Aero Parts Maker Triumph Going Private in $3B Deal
Pennsylvania-based Triumph designs, manufactures, repairs and supplies spare parts for a wide range of products.
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Kelly Spicers Acquires Fellow Packaging Distributor in Denver
Creative Packaging Distributor is an independent packaging group serving customers in the Rocky Mountain Region.
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TricorBraun Completes Acquisition of Veritiv’s Rigid Containers Unit
The acquisition was initially disclosed on Dec. 9 and finalized on Jan. 31.
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Packer Fastener Opens DC in Ohio, 3rd Overall
The company opened a new facility to expand its service capabilities across the U.S. east, north and central midwest.
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OTC Acquires Rotating Equipment Distributor, Control Panel Maker in Baton Rouge
Through the acquisition of Premier Equipment and Premier Control Systems, OTC gains six locations and approximately 85 employees.
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AD Member Sales Grew 6% in 2024 to Record Figure
The figures do not include the impact of AD’s 2024 merger with IMARK Electrical.
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Trade Groups Voice Concern as Tariffs Policy Adjusts
As the Trump administration’s tariffs against key trading partners are sure to remain fluid, prominent industry associations and trade groups shared statements emphasizing concern over business impacts.
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Fluid Power Distributor Grimstad Acquires Metal Baler Maker
Wisconsin-based Galland Henning is a manufacturer of metal balers serving recyclers and manufacturers.
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December U.S. Construction Spending Tops Expectations, up 0.5%
Government data showed an increase in December, following a flat November.
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PMI Jumps to Expansion Territory for First Time Since March
It’s the PMI’s first time above 50.0% since October 2022, signaling manufacturing momentum in early 2025.
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Building Controls & Solutions Privately Acquired
Dallas, TX-based BCS is a distributor of building automation solutions, offering a range of products and services.
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Amid Rebrand, IDCO Adds Abbott Rubber, John M. Ellsworth
IDCO is transitioning in a rebrand as The Hoser Network.
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January M&A Roundup: Dealmaking Falls Short of 2024’s Start
Dealmaking slowed at the start of the year compared to previous months and was down from January 2024’s 29 transactions.
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Universal Hydraulics Rebrands as Dakota Fluid Power
The company moved its Hastings, NE branch to a new, larger facility, allowing for expanded inventory and upgraded equipment.
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