NAW SmartBrief
September 1, 2026
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TODAY'S HEADLINES

TOP STORIES
* AFC acquires SES to boost engineered component capabilities
* Parts Town to open major fulfillment center in Ga.
* APR Supply enters W.Va. with Mutual Wholesalers acquisition
* Wesco promotes Ben Jaffe to lead EES supplier relations
* Ohio-based Flex Machine Tools buys Mich.-based Tarus
OPERATIONS AND TECHNOLOGY
* Freight recession winds down for trucking industry
* Dollar General integrates AI to streamline supply chain ops
SALES AND MARKETING
* The right mindset is key to successful price adjustments
THE BUSINESS LEADER
* Some retailers use tariff refunds to drive price cuts, loyalty
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