The latest MDM Forecast reflects an overall downward revision in 2025 revenue expectations in the wake of tariff impacts, though still in line with the industry’s historical average. As always, results vary across the 19 industry sectors tracked by the U.S. Census Bureau. Get your sector-specific insights here.
The latest MDM Case Study series takes aim at ADI Global, with Part 1 focused on how this Resideo-owned distributor grows and improves profits, applying a fruit orchard analogy to discuss the strategy involved.
MDM explores the latest vacancy rates and demand for distribution centers and warehouses across the country in this installment of the Logistics Liaison.
April tied March for the weakest month of distributor M&A activity that we’ve tracked since September 2023. Get a full recap of April’s distributor dealmaking here, including our year-to-date breakdown of deals by product category.
Respondents in the 1Q25 Baird-MDM Industrial Distribution Survey were divided on 2025 demand and investment outlooks, as tariff uncertainty clouds confidence and prompts cautious strategic planning. See our full breakdown of the results.
Most distributors and manufacturers surveyed in the 1Q25 Baird-MDM Industrial Distribution Survey indicated a 1-10% increase in the cost of goods sold in 2025, though uncertainty colored commentary. Get our deep dive analysis here.
We polled nearly 300 distributors and manufacturers in early April about the methods they are using in response to a higher cost of goods sold brought on by tariffs. See our detailed breakdown of the results, including by revenue size, along with plenty of respondent commentary.
The latest MDM Forecast had a modest continuation in downward revision in April overall, with growth still expected but at a slower pace than previously projected. As always, the projection varied throught the 19 different industry verticals tracked by the U.S. Census Bureau. Get your sector-specific outlook here.
QXO acknowledged a rebranding in an FAQ for Beacon employees, though timing is still to be determined.
This piece reviews relevant pricing and tariff dynamics and describes key implications for distributors as they plot their course through a choppy environment.
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Dive into the latest demand trend in the safety product category and explore how some distributors have answered the call for PPE designed for women in trades.
With QXO’s acquisition of Beacon set to finalize by the end of April, let’s look at what the deal does for both sides and the attributes that QXO just couldn’t walk away from.
See where your salary and compensation levels for drivers and fleet managers stack up against other distributors, in this installment of the Logistics Liaison.
The latest MDM Forecast revises 2025 revenue growth downward, driven by regression in oil & gas, but still projects solid growth for most sectors. Get your sector-specific outlook here.
Even without robust technology or staffing resources, you can still boost relationships by providing clarity when it’s needed most.
Fastenal’s latest sports-oriented endeavor joins several other pro teams and leagues that the distributor supports. The company gave us the details on why it made sense and what’s involved.
Exclusive to Premium and NAW members, this webcast will sort out the industrial economic picture to guide you through what matters most, including the role that tariffs will play.
More than a handful of companies on MDM’s Top Distributors Lists garnered the reputation-based honor from Fortune.
Truck equipment distributors expect 2025 sales to grow 5.3% above 2024 sales, according to exclusive NTEA survey data.
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