NAW SmartBrief
February 21, 2025
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TODAY'S HEADLINES

TOP STORIES
* Op-ed: Tax-cut expiration threatens small-business growth
* Codale Electric Supply to expand with new DC, branches
* Why distributors need purpose-driven rebate strategies
* Building material CEOs see tech as solution to labor woes
* Single-, multi-family housing starts fall in Jan.
* Initial jobless claims increase by 5K to 219K
OPERATIONS AND TECHNOLOGY
* Supply chain struggles with cybersecurity response
* CPG firms embrace AI for growth, supply chain resilience
SALES AND MARKETING
* How to build long-term customer relationships
THE BUSINESS LEADER
* Fed officials concerned about tariffs, inflation impact
* Companies delay M&A amid changing policy environment
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