NAW SmartBrief
February 6, 2026
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TODAY'S HEADLINES

TOP STORIES
* TopBuild expands in Northeast with purchase of two firms
* Singer Industrial balances local autonomy, national scale
* DXP Enterprises acquires water-focused Ambiente H2O
* Orgill's tech symposium highlights digital transformation
* Averon Group enters HVAC distribution with Fenco Supply buy
* Shore Capital launches specialty produce platform Produce One
OPERATIONS AND TECHNOLOGY
* Tractor Supply sees efficiency in less automated DCs
* Procurement becomes a core strategic business influencer
SALES AND MARKETING
* The importance of independent marketing measurement
THE BUSINESS LEADER
* Jan. layoffs reach highest level since 2009
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