Builders FirstSource opened 2026 with another year-over-year sales decline as weak housing starts, commodity deflation and lower operating leverage pressured margins and earnings, though acquisitions and share repurchases provided some offset.
Builders FirstSource Financials Slide Further in 1Q on Housing Woes Read More »
Government spending and private investment increased sequentially, and AI-related spending helped drive strong growth in business investment in equipment and structures.
First Estimate: U.S. 1Q GDP Grew 2.0%, Below Expectations Read More »
The company saw record 1Q sales and backlog while margins and EBITDA improved, leading to a raised full-year outlook.
Wesco 1Q Sales Jump as Data Center Segment Soars Read More »
Supply chain productivity platform Augment has acquired stealth startup Merlin to enter wholesale distribution, integrating AI capabilities into its Augie platform and targeting quote-to-cash workflows for distributors.
Augment Acquires Merlin, Taps Applico Team to Drive AI Push in Distribution Read More »
Pricing has taken center stage in distribution. Zilliant’s Jim Vaughn joins the MDM Amplify Podcast to discuss how AI, volatility and smarter segmentation are reshaping pricing strategy — and why understanding customer value is more critical than ever.
Podcast — From Static to Dynamic: The Evolution of Distribution Pricing Science Read More »
It suggests solid growth for homebuilding throughout 1Q26 and into April.
March U.S. Housing Starts Continue Growth, with 13-Month Best for Single-Family Read More »
The Fed held rates steady again on April 29, maintaining a wait-and-see stance on inflation. The decision likely marks Jerome Powell’s final FOMC meeting as chair, extending a prolonged pause with implications for distributor demand and investment.
Fed Holds Rates Steady; Powell Says He’ll Stay on as Governor Read More »
The company pointed to continued broad end-market growth both year-over-year and sequentially, while pricing advanced primarily in memory-related products.
Avnet Jan-March Sales Surge 34% YoY, Margin Ticks Down Read More »
The electrical and industrial distributor keeps breaking company sales and profit records.
Graybar’s Double-Digit Sales Growth Continues Alongside Record Profit Read More »
The deal is set to expand Nexans’ U.S. footprint and low-voltage cable capabilities while leveraging Republic’s distributor network to build a broader North American growth platform.
The company’s January-March results indicated demand momentum. Meanwhile, Applied raised its annual outlook.
AIT Posts Best Quarterly Organic Growth in Over 2 Years as Orders Improve Read More »
All three company geographies were in positive sales territory for the first time in 11 quarters. Meanwhile, the company closed on a Canadian acquisition that added about $61 million of revenue.
Rexel 1Q North America Same-Day Sales Rise 5.8% with Modest Volume Bump Read More »
The company noted consistent product demand in the quarter, while it closed on two tuck-in acquisitions.
Hillman Raises Outlook Despite 1Q Margins Slide Read More »
The deal nets Watsco 25 Sunbelt locations and $230 million in added revenue.
Watsco Acquires Jackson Supply, Notes Stabilizing Markets Amid Flat 1Q Sales & Margin Read More »
Metrics from 1Q26 cargo theft show changing dynamics for where and what is being stolen.
Data: Q1 Cargo Theft Incidents Dip in 1Q26, but Losses Hold Steady Read More »
Chef’s Deal spotlights its 400+ manufacturer network and design-build model, positioning its inventory depth and integrated services as key differentiators in streamlining commercial kitchen projects from concept through installation.
Foodservice Equipment Distributor Chef’s Deal Doubles Down on Design-Build Model Read More »
Some employees may ultimately transition to roles under new ownership depending on final deal structures.
RNDC Issues WARN Notices for Nearly 2,800 Employees as Reyes Deal Nears Close Read More »
Does your ERP actually need replacing? This piece argues distributors should resist fear-driven upgrades and weigh timing, strategy and hidden migration risks — noting that modernization doesn’t always require a full system overhaul.
Do You Really Need to Move On From Your Legacy ERP? Read More »
Fairport, NY-based WorldWide Electric Corporation specializes in the manufacturing of electric motors, motor controls, gear reducers and generators.
PTDA Adds WorldWide Electric as New Manufacturer Member Read More »
Two new lawsuits filed in April expand antitrust claims against major HVAC OEMs, alleging a multi-year price-fixing scheme that overcharged contractors and distributors — building on a similar class action first filed in March.
HVAC OEMs Face 2 New Price-Fixing Lawsuits as Legal Pressure Mounts Read More »
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