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November 22, 2024 at 4:37 PM

Examining DSG's past, future | Imperial Dade expands again | Henry Schein to acquires Acentus

NAW SmartBrief Podcast: Examining DSG's merger past and future growth | Imperial Dade expands again with San-A-Care acquisition | Henry Schein to acquire glucose monitor supplier Acentus Created for [email protected] |  Web Version November 22, 2024 Connect wit…

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November 21, 2024 at 4:17 PM

Supply chains brace for tariffs, strikes | NLRB's constitutionality challenged | AFC acquires CH Peters

NAW SmartBrief Supply chains brace for potential tariffs, port strikes | Major companies challenge NLRB's constitutionality | AFC expands capabilities with deal to acquire CH Peters Created for [email protected] |  Web Version November 21, 2024 Connect with NAW…

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November 20, 2024 at 4:15 PM

QXO makes bid for Beacon | Imperial Dade acquires N.Y. firm | Logistics sector cautiously optimistic

NAW SmartBrief QXO makes acquisition offer for Beacon Roofing Supply | Imperial Dade expands with acquisition in Western N.Y. | Logistics sector cautiously optimistic about coming year Created for [email protected] |  Web Version November 20, 2024 Connect with …

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November 19, 2024 at 4:19 PM

Business inventories inch upward | DeCata reflects on distribution career | $580M earmarked for port upgrades

NAW SmartBrief Sept. business inventories up 0.1%, sales rise 0.3% | DeCata reflects on path from GE to Lawson Products CEO | PrimeSource brings Wolf Home Products to the Southeast Created for [email protected] |  Web Version November 19, 2024 Connect with NAW …

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November 18, 2024 at 4:34 PM

Court rejects DOL OT rule | Sonepar adds $2B revenue via acquisitions | Amazon launches Temu, Shein competitor

NAW SmartBrief NAW policy center applauds court's rejection of OT rule | Sonepar increases revenue by $2B with 7 acquisitions in 2024 | Amazon's unveils Haul to compete with Temu, Shein Created for [email protected] |  Web Version November 18, 2024 Connect with…

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November 15, 2024 at 4:09 PM

Producer prices rise | Port labor talks resume, no progress on automation | Airgas to expand Tenn. plant

NAW SmartBrief Producer price index gained 2.4% in Oct. from a year ago | Port labor talks resume with no progress on automation | Airgas to expand Tenn. plant to supply oxygen for LG Chem Created for [email protected] |  Web Version November 15, 2024 Connect w…

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November 14, 2024 at 3:33 PM

Consumer prices inch up in Oct. | NAW congratulates Thune, Johnson on leadership posts | Panama Canal trade recovering

NAW SmartBrief Consumer prices increase 0.2% in Oct., up 2.6% annually | NAW praises Senate Leader Thune, eyes pro-business collaboration | Hoplin: NAW looks forward to working with Speaker Johnson Created for [email protected] |  Web Version November 14, 2024 …

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November 13, 2024 at 4:38 PM

Canada intervenes to keep port's operating | Surge in port traffic expected | NAW congratulates Stefanik

NAW SmartBrief Canadian port operations resume as government intervenes | Ports anticipate surge in traffic amid labor, tariff concerns | NAW applauds incoming UN ambassador Elise Stefanik Created for [email protected] |  Web Version November 13, 2024 Connect w…

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November 12, 2024 at 3:40 PM

Montreal port lockout begins | Core & Main expands | DXP acquires two firms

NAW SmartBrief Montreal port lockout begins after union rejects offer | Core & Main expands fire protection offerings with ARGCO deal | DXP expands with acquisitions in water, vacuum sectors Created for [email protected] |  Web Version November 12, 2024 Con…

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November 11, 2024 at 3:17 PM

Consumer sentiment hits 7-month high | First Supply opening Mich. branch | Are major tax changes coming?

NAW SmartBrief Consumer sentiment gauge hits 7-month high | First Supply to open full-service branch near Detroit | QXO names Ashwin Rao as AI chief to overhaul operations Created for [email protected] |  Web Version November 11, 2024 Connect with NAW       …

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November 8, 2024 at 4:11 PM

Wholesale inventories fall, sales up | DSG acquires Peoria Pump | PE backing fuels distribution M&A

NAW SmartBrief Wholesale inventories fall 0.2%, sales up 0.3% in Sept. | DSG acquires Peoria Pump as it enters Ill. | Private equity backing fuels distribution M&A Created for [email protected] |  Web Version November 8, 2024 Connect with NAW       …

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November 7, 2024 at 4:08 PM

What does Trump's win mean for the economy? | BlueLinx expands in Pacific Northwest | US services sector grows

NAW SmartBrief NAW extends congratulations to president-elect Trump | What does a second Trump term mean for the economy? | BlueLinx expands in Pacific Northwest with new Ore. DC Created for [email protected] |  Web Version November 7, 2024 Connect with NAW    …

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November 6, 2024 at 2:32 PM

Imperial Dade makes acquisition | Canadian port strikes likely disrupt US trade | Trade deficit widens in Sept.

NAW SmartBrief Imperial Dade acquires Calif. janitorial distributor | US trade faces disruption amid Canadian port strikes | Orgill cybersecurity exec Kim honored as top global CISO Created for [email protected] |  Web Version November 6, 2024 Connect with NAW …

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November 5, 2024 at 4:22 PM

Oct. continues busy year for M&A | Wesco to acquire Ascent | US construction spending ticks upward

NAW SmartBrief Industrial distributors report 30 M&A deals in Oct. | Wesco to acquire Ascent to boost data center services | Shipping costs to rise, delivery to slow in Q4 Created for [email protected] |  Web Version November 5, 2024 Connect with NAW       …

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November 4, 2024 at 3:37 PM

Do it Best's True Value acquisition could close this month | Core & Main finalizes deal | Job gains disappoint

NAW SmartBrief Do it Best's True Value acquisition could close this month | Core & Main finalizes deal for Eastcom Associates in N.J. | Economy gained 12K jobs last month, Labor Dept. says Created for [email protected] |  Web Version November 4, 2024 Connec…

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November 1, 2024 at 2:52 PM

Inflation inches upward | Supply chain resilience offers competitive edge | Labor cost growth slows to 3-year low

NAW SmartBrief PCE inflation rises most since Apr. as Fed weighs cuts | Supply chain resilience offers companies a competitive edge | US labor costs up 0.8% in Q3, slowest increase in 3+ years Created for [email protected] |  Web Version November 1, 2024 Connec…

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October 31, 2024 at 3:52 PM

US GDP grow hits 2.8% in Q3 | Motion makes Canadian acquisition | Grainger boosts next-day delivery

NAW SmartBrief US GDP grew at a 2.8% annualized rate in Q3 | Motion expands Canada presence with Stoney Creek deal | Grainger boosts next-day delivery with new Houston center Created for [email protected] |  Web Version October 31, 2024 Connect with NAW       …

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October 30, 2024 at 3:17 PM

Data quality, clear goals key to implementing AI | Companies hold back price hikes | Job openings fall

NAW SmartBrief Data quality, clear goals key to effective AI implementation | Survey: More companies hold back on price hikes | US job openings drop to 7.4M in Sept. Created for [email protected] |  Web Version October 30, 2024 Connect with NAW       …

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October 29, 2024 at 4:18 PM

Grainger tops index for career growth | Consumer sentiment hits 6-month high | Port labor talks to resume in Nov.

NAW SmartBrief Grainger tops index for career growth, internal promotions | Consumer sentiment reaches 6-month high point | Port contract, automation talks to restart in Nov. Created for [email protected] |  Web Version October 29, 2024 Connect with NAW       …

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October 28, 2024 at 2:50 PM

NAW filing supports challenge to EPA emissions rule | Home renovations expected to increase | Ingram Micro goes public again

NAW SmartBrief NAW filing supports challenge to EPA emissions rule | Higher valuations, lower rates to drive home renovations | Ingram Micro returns to public market with $5.8B valuation Created for [email protected] |  Web Version October 28, 2024 Connect with…

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October 25, 2024 at 3:33 PM

Fed survey shows steady economy | Logistics M&A rebounding | Existing home sales fall

NAW SmartBrief Fed's Beige Book shows economy remains steady | Consumer frustration persists despite easing inflation | Logistics M&A rebounds as freight market stabilizes Created for [email protected] |  Web Version October 25, 2024 Connect with NAW       …

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October 24, 2024 at 3:15 PM

Large distributors cut event spending | Struggles reach True Value retailers | Adapt supply chains to today's risks

NAW SmartBrief Event participation drops as distributors tighten budgets | Struggles reach True Value retailers as Do it Best sale looms | IMF warns of global growth risks amid tariff threats Created for [email protected] |  Web Version October 24, 2024 Connect…

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October 23, 2024 at 3:47 PM

Slower economic growth expected | SRS' subsidiary makes acquisition | Real-time data makes a big-time difference

NAW SmartBrief Slower growth expected amid weaker manufacturing | SRS subsidiary Heritage Landscape acquires N.H. firm | Beacon integrates GAF's QuickMeasure for roof estimates Created for [email protected] |  Web Version October 23, 2024 Connect with NAW      …

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October 22, 2024 at 3:18 PM

Robust consumer spending continues | Housing start slow but Northeast surges | What will drive supply chain management in 2025?

NAW SmartBrief Consumer spending boosts US retail sales in Sept. | Factors that will drive supply chain management in 2025 | Northeast housing starts surge despite US slowdown Created for [email protected] |  Web Version October 22, 2024 Connect with NAW       …

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October 21, 2024 at 3:02 PM

Wholesale revenue forecast dragged down by oil, gas | Business inventories rise, sales decline in Aug. | Industrial production slips

NAW SmartBrief Oil, gas drag down 2024 wholesale revenue forecast | US business inventories rise in Aug., sales decline | US industrial production down 0.3% in Sept. Created for [email protected] |  Web Version October 21, 2024 Connect with NAW       …

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October 18, 2024 at 3:09 PM

NAW CEO Hoplin talks port automation debate | Import prices fall | Fed walks tightrope on rates

NAW SmartBrief NAW CEO Hoplin discusses port automation debate | US import prices down 0.4% in Sept. | Economist: Lower interest rates may boost construction Created for [email protected] |  Web Version October 18, 2024 Connect with NAW       …

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October 17, 2024 at 1:56 PM

Do it Best CEO outlines plans for True Value | Logistics firms maintain holiday staffing levels | Digital natives reshape skilled trades market

NAW SmartBrief Logistics firms maintain hiring levels amid retail shifts | Do it Best CEO Dan Starr outlines plans for True Value deal | Mexico to surpass Canada in nearshoring for US supply chains Created for [email protected] |  Web Version October 17, 2024 C…

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October 16, 2024 at 2:34 PM

Do it Best to buy True Value | NAW, LIFO Coalition aim to protect key tax provision | Global demand, factory buying continue to drop

NAW SmartBrief True Value to sell assets to Do it Best post-bankruptcy | NAW, LIFO Coalition urge Congress to protect key tax provision | AI, venture capital take center stage at NAW summit Created for [email protected] |  Web Version October 16, 2024 Connect w…

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October 15, 2024 at 2:49 PM

Producer prices held steady in Sept. | Fight over port automation simmers | Core & Main makes 2 acquisitions

NAW SmartBrief Producer prices held steady in Sept., up 1.8% YoY | Fight over port automation, technology simmers | Core & Main expands with 2 acquisitions in N.J. Created for [email protected] |  Web Version October 15, 2024 Connect with NAW       …

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October 11, 2024 at 2:51 PM

August wholesale inventories up 0.1% in Aug.

NAW SmartBrief Inflation slightly above expectations in Sept. | August wholesale inventories up 0.1% in Aug. | Home Depot mandates corporate staff to work retail shifts Created for [email protected] |  Web Version October 11, 2024 Connect with NAW       …

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October 10, 2024 at 3:12 PM

Hurricanes to have broad economic impact | Could antitrust action lead to breakups? | US LBM expands in Texas

NAW SmartBrief Hurricanes to have widespread economic impact | US antitrust cases could lead to major corporate breakups | US LBM expands in Texas with Texas Tool Traders deal Created for [email protected] |  Web Version October 10, 2024 Connect with NAW       …

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October 9, 2024 at 3:33 PM

Judge OKs FTC claims in Amazon case | TestEquity acquires ConRes Test Equipment | Supply chain AI is becomes more sophisticated

NAW SmartBrief Judge OKs FTC claims in Amazon case, limits state claims | What Hurricane Milton will mean for Fla. and beyond | TestEquity to expand with ConRes Test Equipment deal Created for [email protected] |  Web Version October 9, 2024 Connect with NAW   …

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October 8, 2024 at 3:24 PM

Warehouse construction slows | DSG opens new hub in Mont. | Beacon adds 4 locations

NAW SmartBrief Report: Warehouse construction slows amid higher vacancies | New DSG distribution hub opens in Butte to serve Mont. | Beacon Roofing expands West, Southeast Created for [email protected] |  Web Version October 8, 2024 Connect with NAW       …

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October 7, 2024 at 3:37 PM

Ports continue to tackle backlog | Border States grows in Wisc. | Winsupply adds Epic Supply

NAW SmartBrief East Coast ports tackling backlog after strike suspended | Electrical supplier Border States grows in Wisc. | Winsupply continues expansion with Epic Supply buy Created for [email protected] |  Web Version October 7, 2024 Connect with NAW       …

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October 4, 2024 at 3:24 PM

Port strike ends | Grainger starts construction of major Texas DC | MCE expands

NAW SmartBrief Big cargo backlog awaits as US port strike ends | Hoplin: Pleased strike is suspended, but impact continues | Grainger begins construction on major Texas DC Created for [email protected] |  Web Version October 4, 2024 Connect with NAW       …

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October 3, 2024 at 3:17 PM

Hoplin: Distributors keeping goods flowing despite strike | Calls grow for Biden to intervene in strike | US LBM expands

NAW SmartBrief Hoplin: Distributors keeping goods flowing despite strike | Republicans, business groups urge Biden to end port strike | US LBM expands in Southeast with Milton Truss purchase Created for [email protected] |  Web Version October 3, 2024 Connect w…

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October 2, 2024 at 2:26 PM

NAW's Hoplin talks port strike | Distribution M&A strong in Sept. | Hurricane damage may cause long-term issues

NAW SmartBrief NAW's Hoplin talks port strike, slams bid to ban automation | Industrial distribution M&A activity stays strong in Sept. | N.C. hurricane damage presents long-term issues Created for [email protected] |  Web Version October 2, 2024 Connect wi…

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October 1, 2024 at 4:07 PM

Dockworker strike begins | Key Fed inflation gauge hits 2.2% | Wholesale inventories increase slightly in Aug.

NAW SmartBrief Dockworker strike begins at East, Gulf Coast ports | Fed's key inflation gauge hits 2.2% in Aug. | Keys to designing distribution networks well Created for [email protected] |  Web Version October 1, 2024 Connect with NAW       …

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September 30, 2024 at 3:14 PM

Industries brace for port strike | MDM leader details AI's power | Distributors expect sales growth

NAW SmartBrief MDM leader details transformative power of AI in distribution | Industries brace for impact with strike increasingly likely | Gexpro Services acquiring Singapore-based distributor TCR Created for [email protected] |  Web Version September 30, 2024 …

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September 27, 2024 at 1:46 PM

US economy grows 3% | MDM Podcast talks SHIFT | Ports seek feds help to restart labortalks

NAW SmartBrief Investment, consumer spending fuels US economy in Q2 | MDM Podcast: A look back and forward at SHIFT | Ports seek federal help to restart talks with dockworkers Created for [email protected] |  Web Version September 27, 2024 Connect with NAW     …

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September 26, 2024 at 3:39 PM

Op-ed: US ports must embrace automation | Hurricane threatens Gulf Coast operations | OECD ups global growth forecast

NAW SmartBrief Hoplin: US ports must embrace automation to stay competitive | Approach of hurricane threatens Gulf Coast operations | OECD raises global growth forecast to 3.2% for 2024 Created for [email protected] |  Web Version September 26, 2024 Connect wit…

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September 25, 2024 at 3:48 PM

Consumer confidence tumbles | US on brink of "perfect storm" with ports dispute | Holiday shopping moves earlier, online

NAW SmartBrief US consumer confidence sees largest drop in over 3 years | US on brink of "perfect storm" with ports dispute | 4 steps for distributors to create an innovative culture Created for [email protected] |  Web Version September 25, 2024 Connect with N…

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September 24, 2024 at 5:48 PM

Unveiling the Future of the Logistics Workforce with AI

NAW SmartBrief What's trending in the Logistics workforce? Created for [email protected] |  Web Version This is a paid advertisement for SmartBrief readers. The content does not necessarily reflect the view of NAW or SmartBrief and does not constitute an endorsem…

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September 24, 2024 at 2:55 PM

FTC criticizes Amazon privacy controls | White House urged to intervene in port dispute | Rate cut pace expected to slow

NAW SmartBrief FTC criticizes Amazon, social-media giants' privacy controls | Republicans, industry urge Biden to intervene in port strike | Winsupply proposes 622K-square-foot Ohio facility Created for [email protected] |  Web Version September 24, 2024 Connec…

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September 23, 2024 at 3:19 PM

Hoplin: Port strike could cost $3.7B per day | Leadership, innovation on tap at SHIFT 2024 | Core & Main finalizes deal

NAW SmartBrief NAW's Hoplin: Port strike could cost US economy $3.7B daily | Distribution execs discuss digital transformation, trends | Core & Main finalizes Green Equipment deal Created for [email protected] |  Web Version September 23, 2024 Connect with …

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September 20, 2024 at 3:37 PM

NAW's Hoplin speaks on ports, automation | Combat profit erosion | Importers speed shipments as strike looms

NAW SmartBrief NAW's Hoplin speaks on possible port strikes, use of automation | Strategies help distributors combat profit erosion | Importers accelerate shipments ahead of possible strike Created for [email protected] |  Web Version September 20, 2024 Connect…

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September 19, 2024 at 2:40 PM

Interest rate cut arrives | Graybar's Shepherd Electric expands | Report: Truck driver detention is costly

NAW SmartBrief Fed announces half-point interest-rate reduction | Shepherd Electric expands with 86K-square-foot DC in Va. | US retail sales post surprise gain in Aug. Created for [email protected] |  Web Version September 19, 2024 Connect with NAW       …

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September 18, 2024 at 2:29 PM

Business inventories rise | Rexel rejects QXO takeover bid | Rate cut expectations rise

NAW SmartBrief Business inventories up 0.4% in July, exceeding expectations | Rexel rejects $9.4B acquisition offer from QXO | Amazon uses AI for faster shipping, warehouse efficiency Created for [email protected] |  Web Version September 18, 2024 Connect with …

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September 17, 2024 at 2:46 PM

Consumer sentiment reaches 4-month high | Invest in workers for a competitive edge | Retail sales rise in Aug.

NAW SmartBrief US consumer sentiment at highest level since May | Investing in workers gives companies a competitive edge | Retail sales inch upward in Aug., jump 2% YoY Created for [email protected] |  Web Version September 17, 2024 Connect with NAW       …

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September 16, 2024 at 2:36 PM

NAW's Brian Wild offers insight into the election, policy

NAW SmartBrief NAW's Brian Wild offers insight into the election, policy | Manufacturers' Q2 profit up led by nondurable goods | Fed debates size of first rate cut since 2020 Created for [email protected] |  Web Version September 16, 2024 Connect with NAW      …

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