Pricing is still playing a large — albeit decelerated role — in the company’s strong results, while management was upbeat on underlying demand. Get our in-depth breakdown of Fastenal’s 1Q metrics.
Fastenal Points to Market Improvement as its Outperformance Continues Read More »
Fastenal Points to Market Improvement as its Outperformance Continues Read More »
Most distributors let their reputation do the talking. But what happens when buyers are searching online before they ever pick up the phone? The latest MDM Podcast, featuring SHIFT speaker and IPS Packaging Marketing Manager Kevin Keigley, explores how brand storytelling is becoming a competitive edge.
MDM Podcast: Why Every Distributor Has a Story Worth Telling Read More »
It was the third straight flat month as a plunge in commercial aircraft orders was negated by healthy gains in computers and electronics, machinery, primary metals and fabricated metal products.
February U.S. Factory Orders Remain Flat as Weak Aircraft Offset Other Gains Read More »
They mark the third and fourth deals Heritage has already completed in 2026, expanding its footprint of 240 locations across 37 states.
SRS’ Heritage Landscape Supply Makes Acquisitions in Chicago, St. Louis Read More »
With consumers paying significantly more at the pump, the latest data gives the Fed little reason to enact an interest rate cut at the end of April.
March Consumer Inflation Accelerates on Oil Spike; Modest Core Movement Read More »
All key members of Miami-based AWG’s management team will remain in their roles.
American Wire Group Private Acquired by Greenbelt Capital Read More »
Sysco said its chief information and digital officer will step down April 10, with the announcement just days before the news of the company’s landmark $29 billion deal to acquire Restaurant Depot.
Sysco Digital Chief Departs in Wake of Landmark Restaurant Depot Deal Read More »
Gordon Food Service is partnering with RELEX Solutions to improve demand forecasting and replenishment, aiming to boost inventory accuracy, streamline planning and better align supply with customer demand across its distribution network.
Gordon Food Service Taps RELEX to Upgrade Forecasting, Replenishment Read More »
It was a strong monthly acceleration as a handful of durable goods categories saw mid-single digit sales improvement. Meanwhile, the industry’s overall sales growth outpaced inventories. Get a full breakdown of the latest government data here, which includes a look at how each product sector’s sales and inventories fared month-over-month, year-over-year and year-to-date.
Durables Power Healthy February U.S. Wholesale Sales Growth Read More »
They also had previous leadership roles at The Home Depot, BELFOR and McMaster-Carr.
Safety Equipment Distributor GME Supply Appoints Former HD Supply Exec as COO Read More »
Canals has launched an expanded “Operating AI” platform that automates workflows across customer service, sales and back-office functions, aiming to help distributors reduce manual work, improve accuracy and deliver faster, more consistent customer responses. Get the details here.
Canals Launches End-to-End Operating AI Suite for Distributors Read More »
IPG brings three locations to Colonial — a specialty chemical distribution platform that includes the legacy businesses of Chemisphere and Chemsolv.
Colonial Chemical Solutions Acquires Distribution Platform Integrity Partners Group Read More »
A massive fire destroyed a Kimberly-Clark distribution center in Ontario, CA on April 7. Authorities have arrested a contract employee on suspicion of arson, with the facility and its inventory deemed a total loss.
Kimberly-Clark Distribution Center Leveled by Fire; 3PL Worker Arrested Read More »
BBB is set to buy Lumber Liquidators parent F9 brands for $150 million, following news of a separate $150 million deal a week earlier for The Container Store and related brands. Get the key details here and context on what to watch from these developments.
Bed Bath & Beyond to Acquire Lumber Liquidators in Building Materials Distribution Entry Read More »
Co-developed with major electrical distributors, Parspec unifies quoting and post‑award execution to reduce manual coordination and give contractors real‑time visibility into orders and deliveries.
Parspec Launches Project Management Tool to Extend AI Platform Capabilities Read More »
Our March issue is packed with articles that complete our deep dives on distributors Singer Industrial and Ludwig Meister; advice from our 2026 Women in Distribution class; an inside analysis of Grainger Show; our monthly MDM Forecast and M&A Roundup; a Cutting Tools Market Profile; and more.
MDM’s March Premium Monthly Issue Now Available Read More »
It’s the master wholesaler’s seventh facility overall and its largest facility investment since its 2008 founding.
Distributor Wire & Cable Opens Gulf Coast DC Near Houston Read More »
It strengthens Wolter’s presence in the area and expands its ability to support growing demand for warehouse capacity from 3PL and distribution operations.
Wolter Acquires CSI Material Handling Near Chicago Read More »
It marks the eighth acquisition for Elverson, PA-based Singer since 2016, and gives it its 29th location overall.
Singer Equipment Acquires Bresco in Southern Foodservice Boost Read More »
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