AD’s completed its merger with plumbing and PVF buying group The Commonwealth Group comprised the majority of 70-plus new member companies during the quarter.
AD’s 1Q Member Sales Jump 16% on Commonwealth Addition Read More »
After a flat 4Q25, Distribution Solutions Group saw an improved 1Q26 for top-line and organic sales growth, though profit and EBITDA margins tightened.
DSG Organic Sales Improve, Margins Narrow as it Mulls Take-Private Offer Read More »
Existing backer KKR maintains majority ownership of the distributor, while Neuberger Private Markets now holds a minority stake.
Flow Control Group Gains Additional Private Investment 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 »
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 »
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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