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McKesson Grows Q1 Revenue 23%, Lifts Outlook Despite Rite Aid Bankruptcy Drag

The U.S. pharmaceutical segment, McKesson’s largest, posted $90 billion in revenue, up 25% from a year earlier.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • August 8, 2025
industrial-warehouse
Distribution Industry News

Stellar Industrial Supply Appoints New Vice Presidents for Supply Chain and Customer Experience

Stellar Industrial Supply distributes more than 90,000 MRO products and tools from over 1,500 brands across 18 regional hubs in the U.S.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • August 7, 2025
Distribution Industry News

AI Order Automation Software Developer Conexiom Names a New CEO

The company has named Darren Bonnstetter as its new chief executive officer. He succeeds John McNeill, who is stepping down,
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • August 7, 2025
Distribution Industry News

DXP Enterprises Sees Strong Q2 Growth, Eyes More Deals Ahead

In the first half of the year, DXP generated $975.3 million in total sales, up 13.7% from $858.2 million in the prior year.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • August 7, 2025
Distribution Industry News

DNOW-MRC Global Merger Gains Momentum as Shareholders Prepare to Vote

While the merger took center stage, DNOW reported steady second-quarter and year-to-date financial results, reinforcing its ability to execute in a slower market environment.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • August 7, 2025
Distribution Industry News

U.S. Manufacturing Shrinks for Fifth Straight Month as Tariffs, Weak Demand Weigh on Industry

Lead times for capital expenditure fell to 173 days in July, while the average lead time for MRO supplies decreased to 44 days.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • August 6, 2025
2020 State of Distributor Marketing, Part 1: Distributors Struggle to Balance Digital with the Traditional
Distribution Industry News

Avnet Sees Signs of Recovery as Asia Sales Grow and Farnell Returns to Growth

For the full year, Avnet posted revenue of $22.2 billion, down from $23.8 billion last year.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • August 6, 2025
Distribution Industry News

Resideo Reports Good Q2 Revenue, Posts Net Loss Tied to Honeywell Deal

Revenue at ADI Global Distribution jumped 33% to $1.28 billion, driven by continued demand from commercial customers and contributions from the Snap One acquisition.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • August 6, 2025
Distribution Industry News

How Grainger Navigates Twisting and Turning Tariff Pressures

CEO D.G. Macpherson notes that Grainger’s global presence has been key to minimizing the risks associated with tariffs.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • August 5, 2025
Distribution Industry News

Ferguson Caps Fiscal Year with a Flurry of Acquisitions

“We invest in acquisitions with talented associates, unique product offerings, and established customer and manufacturer relationships,” said Ferguson CEO Kevin Murphy.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • August 5, 2025
With new products rolling out, a more streamlined operation, and demand building in key segments, the company believes it’s on track for a solid 2025.
Distribution Industry News

Henry Schein Sees Lower Profits in Q2 but Sticks to Full-Year Outlook

One bright spot was the company’s cloud-based technology services, which continued to grow steadily as more dental offices adopt modern practice management platforms.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • August 5, 2025
Distribution Industry News

U.S. Factory Orders Plunge 4.8% in June as Aircraft Demand Collapses

The drop was concentrated on durable goods, which saw orders fall 9.3% in June.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • August 4, 2025
electrical
Distribution Industry News

City Electric Supply Expands North American Footprint with 36 New Branches

The Dallas-based electrical distributor, part of the UK-headquartered City Electrical Factors, is now in its sixth consecutive year of growth in the region.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • August 4, 2025
Distribution Industry News

SYSPRO Acquires DATASCOPE to Strengthen Warehouse Management Capabilities

The deal marks SYSPRO’s third acquisition in 12 months, following the purchases of NexSys and riteSOFT, as the company continues to expand its capabilities.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • August 4, 2025
How to Meet Disruption Head On with the Right Warehouse Management and Delivery Technology
Distribution Industry News

Commercial Doors Distributor KENDELL Appoints a New CEO

KENDELL provides Division 8 and Division 10 building products and services to general contractors, architects, and building owners across the Midwest..
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • August 4, 2025
Smart-warehouse-with-transporter-robots-and-holographic-dashboard---Generative-AI-AIG21
Distribution Industry News

AD Member Sales Climb 25% to $50.7 Billion in First Half of 2025

Purchases from AD suppliers rose 28% to $12.9 billion across the group’s 13 divisions in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • August 4, 2025
Distribution Industry News

Why Watsco is Turning Up The Heat on Digital Operations

The company highlighted the growing impact of AI. More than 2,000 employees now use an internal AI assistant, Ask.Watsco.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • August 1, 2025
Distribution Industry News

Sysco Reports Modest Growth in Q4 and Full Year 2025, Focuses on Stronger 2026

For the fourth quarter, Sysco’s sales increased by 2.8% compared to the same period last year, totaling $21.1 billion.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • August 1, 2025
Distribution Industry News

Grainger Q2 Sales Rise 5.6% as Online Segment Outpaces Broader Market

For the first half of 2025, Grainger generated $8.94 billion in sales, up 5.7% from the same period last year.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • August 1, 2025
news building materials
Distribution Industry News

BlueLinx Reports Modest Q2 Sales Growth as Profit Slides 70%

Rising logistics costs, growth investments in its multi-family housing channel, and technology upgrades pushed expenses higher.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • August 1, 2025

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Distribution Industry News

McKesson Grows Q1 Revenue 23%, Lifts Outlook Despite Rite Aid Bankruptcy Drag

The U.S. pharmaceutical segment, McKesson’s largest, posted $90 billion in revenue, up 25% from a year earlier.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • August 8, 2025
industrial-warehouse
Distribution Industry News

Stellar Industrial Supply Appoints New Vice Presidents for Supply Chain and Customer Experience

Stellar Industrial Supply distributes more than 90,000 MRO products and tools from over 1,500 brands across 18 regional hubs in the U.S.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • August 7, 2025
Distribution Industry News

AI Order Automation Software Developer Conexiom Names a New CEO

The company has named Darren Bonnstetter as its new chief executive officer. He succeeds John McNeill, who is stepping down,
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • August 7, 2025
Distribution Industry News

DXP Enterprises Sees Strong Q2 Growth, Eyes More Deals Ahead

In the first half of the year, DXP generated $975.3 million in total sales, up 13.7% from $858.2 million in the prior year.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • August 7, 2025
Distribution Industry News

DNOW-MRC Global Merger Gains Momentum as Shareholders Prepare to Vote

While the merger took center stage, DNOW reported steady second-quarter and year-to-date financial results, reinforcing its ability to execute in a slower market environment.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • August 7, 2025
Distribution Industry News

U.S. Manufacturing Shrinks for Fifth Straight Month as Tariffs, Weak Demand Weigh on Industry

Lead times for capital expenditure fell to 173 days in July, while the average lead time for MRO supplies decreased to 44 days.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • August 6, 2025
2020 State of Distributor Marketing, Part 1: Distributors Struggle to Balance Digital with the Traditional
Distribution Industry News

Avnet Sees Signs of Recovery as Asia Sales Grow and Farnell Returns to Growth

For the full year, Avnet posted revenue of $22.2 billion, down from $23.8 billion last year.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • August 6, 2025
Distribution Industry News

Resideo Reports Good Q2 Revenue, Posts Net Loss Tied to Honeywell Deal

Revenue at ADI Global Distribution jumped 33% to $1.28 billion, driven by continued demand from commercial customers and contributions from the Snap One acquisition.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • August 6, 2025
Distribution Industry News

How Grainger Navigates Twisting and Turning Tariff Pressures

CEO D.G. Macpherson notes that Grainger’s global presence has been key to minimizing the risks associated with tariffs.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • August 5, 2025
Distribution Industry News

Ferguson Caps Fiscal Year with a Flurry of Acquisitions

“We invest in acquisitions with talented associates, unique product offerings, and established customer and manufacturer relationships,” said Ferguson CEO Kevin Murphy.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • August 5, 2025
With new products rolling out, a more streamlined operation, and demand building in key segments, the company believes it’s on track for a solid 2025.
Distribution Industry News

Henry Schein Sees Lower Profits in Q2 but Sticks to Full-Year Outlook

One bright spot was the company’s cloud-based technology services, which continued to grow steadily as more dental offices adopt modern practice management platforms.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • August 5, 2025
Distribution Industry News

U.S. Factory Orders Plunge 4.8% in June as Aircraft Demand Collapses

The drop was concentrated on durable goods, which saw orders fall 9.3% in June.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • August 4, 2025
electrical
Distribution Industry News

City Electric Supply Expands North American Footprint with 36 New Branches

The Dallas-based electrical distributor, part of the UK-headquartered City Electrical Factors, is now in its sixth consecutive year of growth in the region.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • August 4, 2025
Distribution Industry News

SYSPRO Acquires DATASCOPE to Strengthen Warehouse Management Capabilities

The deal marks SYSPRO’s third acquisition in 12 months, following the purchases of NexSys and riteSOFT, as the company continues to expand its capabilities.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • August 4, 2025
How to Meet Disruption Head On with the Right Warehouse Management and Delivery Technology
Distribution Industry News

Commercial Doors Distributor KENDELL Appoints a New CEO

KENDELL provides Division 8 and Division 10 building products and services to general contractors, architects, and building owners across the Midwest..
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • August 4, 2025
Smart-warehouse-with-transporter-robots-and-holographic-dashboard---Generative-AI-AIG21
Distribution Industry News

AD Member Sales Climb 25% to $50.7 Billion in First Half of 2025

Purchases from AD suppliers rose 28% to $12.9 billion across the group’s 13 divisions in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • August 4, 2025
Distribution Industry News

Why Watsco is Turning Up The Heat on Digital Operations

The company highlighted the growing impact of AI. More than 2,000 employees now use an internal AI assistant, Ask.Watsco.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • August 1, 2025
Distribution Industry News

Sysco Reports Modest Growth in Q4 and Full Year 2025, Focuses on Stronger 2026

For the fourth quarter, Sysco’s sales increased by 2.8% compared to the same period last year, totaling $21.1 billion.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • August 1, 2025
Distribution Industry News

Grainger Q2 Sales Rise 5.6% as Online Segment Outpaces Broader Market

For the first half of 2025, Grainger generated $8.94 billion in sales, up 5.7% from the same period last year.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • August 1, 2025
news building materials
Distribution Industry News

BlueLinx Reports Modest Q2 Sales Growth as Profit Slides 70%

Rising logistics costs, growth investments in its multi-family housing channel, and technology upgrades pushed expenses higher.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • August 1, 2025

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McKesson Grows Q1 Revenue 23%, Lifts Outlook Despite Rite Aid Bankruptcy Drag

The U.S. pharmaceutical segment, McKesson’s largest, posted $90 billion in revenue, up 25% from a year earlier.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • August 8, 2025
industrial-warehouse
Distribution Industry News

Stellar Industrial Supply Appoints New Vice Presidents for Supply Chain and Customer Experience

Stellar Industrial Supply distributes more than 90,000 MRO products and tools from over 1,500 brands across 18 regional hubs in the U.S.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • August 7, 2025
Distribution Industry News

AI Order Automation Software Developer Conexiom Names a New CEO

The company has named Darren Bonnstetter as its new chief executive officer. He succeeds John McNeill, who is stepping down,
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • August 7, 2025
Distribution Industry News

DXP Enterprises Sees Strong Q2 Growth, Eyes More Deals Ahead

In the first half of the year, DXP generated $975.3 million in total sales, up 13.7% from $858.2 million in the prior year.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • August 7, 2025
Distribution Industry News

DNOW-MRC Global Merger Gains Momentum as Shareholders Prepare to Vote

While the merger took center stage, DNOW reported steady second-quarter and year-to-date financial results, reinforcing its ability to execute in a slower market environment.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • August 7, 2025
Distribution Industry News

U.S. Manufacturing Shrinks for Fifth Straight Month as Tariffs, Weak Demand Weigh on Industry

Lead times for capital expenditure fell to 173 days in July, while the average lead time for MRO supplies decreased to 44 days.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • August 6, 2025
2020 State of Distributor Marketing, Part 1: Distributors Struggle to Balance Digital with the Traditional
Distribution Industry News

Avnet Sees Signs of Recovery as Asia Sales Grow and Farnell Returns to Growth

For the full year, Avnet posted revenue of $22.2 billion, down from $23.8 billion last year.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • August 6, 2025
Distribution Industry News

Resideo Reports Good Q2 Revenue, Posts Net Loss Tied to Honeywell Deal

Revenue at ADI Global Distribution jumped 33% to $1.28 billion, driven by continued demand from commercial customers and contributions from the Snap One acquisition.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • August 6, 2025
Distribution Industry News

How Grainger Navigates Twisting and Turning Tariff Pressures

CEO D.G. Macpherson notes that Grainger’s global presence has been key to minimizing the risks associated with tariffs.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • August 5, 2025
Distribution Industry News

Ferguson Caps Fiscal Year with a Flurry of Acquisitions

“We invest in acquisitions with talented associates, unique product offerings, and established customer and manufacturer relationships,” said Ferguson CEO Kevin Murphy.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • August 5, 2025
With new products rolling out, a more streamlined operation, and demand building in key segments, the company believes it’s on track for a solid 2025.
Distribution Industry News

Henry Schein Sees Lower Profits in Q2 but Sticks to Full-Year Outlook

One bright spot was the company’s cloud-based technology services, which continued to grow steadily as more dental offices adopt modern practice management platforms.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • August 5, 2025
Distribution Industry News

U.S. Factory Orders Plunge 4.8% in June as Aircraft Demand Collapses

The drop was concentrated on durable goods, which saw orders fall 9.3% in June.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • August 4, 2025
electrical
Distribution Industry News

City Electric Supply Expands North American Footprint with 36 New Branches

The Dallas-based electrical distributor, part of the UK-headquartered City Electrical Factors, is now in its sixth consecutive year of growth in the region.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • August 4, 2025
Distribution Industry News

SYSPRO Acquires DATASCOPE to Strengthen Warehouse Management Capabilities

The deal marks SYSPRO’s third acquisition in 12 months, following the purchases of NexSys and riteSOFT, as the company continues to expand its capabilities.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • August 4, 2025
How to Meet Disruption Head On with the Right Warehouse Management and Delivery Technology
Distribution Industry News

Commercial Doors Distributor KENDELL Appoints a New CEO

KENDELL provides Division 8 and Division 10 building products and services to general contractors, architects, and building owners across the Midwest..
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • August 4, 2025
Smart-warehouse-with-transporter-robots-and-holographic-dashboard---Generative-AI-AIG21
Distribution Industry News

AD Member Sales Climb 25% to $50.7 Billion in First Half of 2025

Purchases from AD suppliers rose 28% to $12.9 billion across the group’s 13 divisions in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • August 4, 2025
Distribution Industry News

Why Watsco is Turning Up The Heat on Digital Operations

The company highlighted the growing impact of AI. More than 2,000 employees now use an internal AI assistant, Ask.Watsco.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • August 1, 2025
Distribution Industry News

Sysco Reports Modest Growth in Q4 and Full Year 2025, Focuses on Stronger 2026

For the fourth quarter, Sysco’s sales increased by 2.8% compared to the same period last year, totaling $21.1 billion.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • August 1, 2025
Distribution Industry News

Grainger Q2 Sales Rise 5.6% as Online Segment Outpaces Broader Market

For the first half of 2025, Grainger generated $8.94 billion in sales, up 5.7% from the same period last year.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • August 1, 2025
news building materials
Distribution Industry News

BlueLinx Reports Modest Q2 Sales Growth as Profit Slides 70%

Rising logistics costs, growth investments in its multi-family housing channel, and technology upgrades pushed expenses higher.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • August 1, 2025
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