Trump: U.S. to Impose Another 10% Tariff on China
Meanwhile, Trump said Thursday that the broader 25% tariffs on goods from Canada and Mexico remain set to begin March 4.
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PPE Supplier Estex Manufacturing Goes Private
Georgia-based Estex is a manufacturer of tool bags, safety products, baggage cart curtains and more, serving a wide range of sectors.
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PMA: Metalformers’ Optimism Holds Steady in February
Manufacturers of metalformed products moderated their February economic outlook, with a dip in optimism and steady forecasts for orders and shipping levels, according to a PMA report.
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Border States Plans 1st Regional DC, Set for Fargo
Slated to open in fall 2026, the distribution center will serve 28 Border States locations across the Midwest.
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Parts Town Annual Revenue Reaches $2.5B
Parts Town Unlimited announced a record sales increase for 2024, driven by growth across all divisions.
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Advance: Durable Goods Orders Rebounded in January
U.S. durable goods orders had a health rise in January after declining in four out of the five previous months.
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Beacon 2024 Sales Near $10B Despite Sharp 4Q Seasonal Slowdown
The company achieved company records for 4Q and annual sales despite October-December daily sales growth that was half of the previous quarter.
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U.S. Dockworkers Approve 6-Year Labor Contract
The approved contract details cleared up questions on port automation, which was a major sticking point throughout negotiations.
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Former Crescent CEO Joins Electrical Manufacturer Atkore
Atkore appointed a new President of Commercial Operations to lead its electrical sales organization and expand responsibilities across customer touchpoints.
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Global Industrial Hit $1.3B in 2024 Sales Despite 4Q Decline
Global Industrial’s 2024 sales increase was predominantly driven by its 2023 acquisition of Indoff, though decelerating in the back half.
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Builders FirstSource Adds Walmart, Google Execs to Board
Builders FirstSource has appointed two industry leaders with experience in technology and eCommerce to its board, effective March 1.
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Home Depot Snaps Same-Store Losing Streak in 4Q
Home Depot reported an improvement in customer demand in 4Q as the company broke a same-store decline in sales which persisted over the past two years.
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Aircraft Parts Distributor Charged for Export Scheme with Russia
Ohio-based Flighttime Enterprises and three employees face federal charges for illegally exporting aircraft parts to Russia, violating export restrictions and using false certifications to evade sanctions.
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Aftermarket Parts Distributor Wheeler Fleet Solutions Privately Acquired
Pennsylvania-based Wheeler Fleet Solutions is a distributor of aftermarket parts and engineering solutions serving the medium and heavy-duty fleet market.
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Field Fastener Expands to Arkansas, Arizona
Field Fastener expands its global reach with two new facilities, enhancing service, inventory management and global reliability.
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U.S. Targets Heavy Port Fees on Chinese Ships
A proposed new port fee on some ships could mean added costs passed down to distributors through higher freight rates.
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QXO Extends Tender Offer Deadline to Acquire Beacon
Both companies also acknowledged how many Beacon shares have been tendered as of Feb. 24 and gave opposing views on what it says about the offer.
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Imperial Dade Acquires Athens Janitor Supply in Georgia
AJS offers customers in the region a wide range of janitorial supplies, equipment and services.
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Now Private, L.S. Starrett Appoints New Leaders
Bosch Tool’s former CEO has taken the same role at L.S. Starrett, succeeding Douglas Starrett.
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U.S. Consumer Confidence Sinks on Inflation Expectations
The survey showed U.S. consumer sentiment continued to decline in February, reporting the highest year-ahead inflation reading since November 2023.
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