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Supply Chain
The Supply Chain Resiliency Playbook for Distributors
Companies need to treat resilience as a business-wide objective.
Featured
Earnings
Tool Maker Snap-on Posts Flat Quarterly Sales
The companyâs earnings were down year-over-year.
July 17, 2025
E-Commerce
Private Equity Fund Invests in E-Commerce Distributor SupplyHouse
Officials said the âstrategic partnershipâ will support the company's âlong-term growth strategy.â
July 17, 2025
Mergers & Acquisitions
B&J Welding Supply Acquires West Texas Counterpart
The San Angelo distributor will become B&Jâs seventh location.
July 16, 2025
Associations
PTDA Adds Five New Members
The additions include two distributors and three manufacturers.
July 16, 2025
Company Expansion & Consolidation
Packer Fastener Expands into the Southeast
The company established a new distribution center in suburban Atlanta.
July 15, 2025
Top News
Brooks Safety Solutions Acquires North Carolina Distributor
July 15, 2025
Metalworking Machinery Orders Climb 2.7% in May
July 14, 2025
Fastenal Posts Stronger Sales, Better-than-Expected Profit in its Second Quarter
July 14, 2025
Transmission and Fluid Equipment Acquires Michigan Distributor
July 11, 2025
Metalworking Supplier Plans First North American Factory
July 11, 2025
Spartan Fastener Acquires American Jebco
July 10, 2025
Victaulic to Add Maryland Distribution Hub
July 10, 2025
Optimas Opens New European Headquarters
July 10, 2025
Motion Adds Quebec Sales Branch
July 9, 2025
How Distributors Can Use AI to Boost Revenue and Margins
July 9, 2025
Indiana Distributor AAA Acquired by Private Equity Firm
July 8, 2025
Private Equity Firm Acquires Blackhawk Supply, Launches HVAC Distribution Platform
July 8, 2025
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June 18, 2025
Awards
Sonepar Named a âBest Place to Work for Disability Inclusionâ
The company was recognized for the second year in a row.
July 18, 2025
Company Expansion & Consolidation
Copper Tube, Fittings Supplier to Expand Distribution Capabilities
Mueller Streamline Co. will invest more than $7 million in its Arkansas hub.
July 18, 2025
Economy
Federal Reserve's Waller Says Central Bank Should Cut Rates at Next Meeting
Waller said during a speech in New York City that the economy is showing signs of weakening.
July 18, 2025
Logistics
Union Pacific, Norfolk Southern Discuss Merger
The move would create the largest railroad in North America and connect the East and West Coasts.
July 18, 2025
Economy
Federal Reserve Says Building Renovation Complies with Law, Defends Costs
The letter is the latest salvo in an escalating battle between the Fed and the Trump administration.
July 18, 2025
Staffing Changes
Graybar Promotes Sales Director to Head Seattle Region
He will lead Graybar's operations in the Pacific Northwest, as well as in Alaska and Hawaii.
July 17, 2025
Staffing Changes
Kundinger Names New Purchasing, Customer Reps
Kundinger Services and Repair also announced a new technician hire.
July 17, 2025
Economy
Trump Says He's 'Highly Unlikely' to Fire Fed Chair After Floating the Idea in Private
He said he had discussed the "concept" of dismissing the Federal Reserve chair.
July 17, 2025
Technology & Software
Rexel Subsidiary, Schneider Electric Turn Custom Van into âMobile Technology Showcaseâ
Mayerâs âDigital Commandâ vehicle aims to bring industrial automation to customers' doorsteps.
July 16, 2025
Economy
Trump to Put Tariffs of Over 10% on Smaller Nations, Including Those in Africa and the Caribbean
At least 100 nations are included in the potential plan.
July 16, 2025
Economy
U.S. Producer Prices Unchanged with Wholesale Inflation Remaining Under Control
Wholesale prices saw the smallest year-over-year gain since September.
July 16, 2025
Technology & Software
Tackling Tariff Uncertainty with Strategic Pricing
A new wave of tariffs can bring huge changes that materialize with little warning.
July 16, 2025
Operations
Triad Bellows Celebrates 15th Anniversary
The Singer Industrial subsidiary provides custom-engineered metal bellows and expansion joints.
July 15, 2025
Mergers & Acquisitions
Gloves Maker Mechanix Wear Acquires Counterpart Kinco
Kincoâs owner will continue to lead the brand and retain a stake in the business.
July 15, 2025