Distribution Events
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Durable Goods Orders Jump in November as Transportation, Business Equipment Demand Climbs
The data reflects continued volatility in large-ticket equipment categories while pointing to strengthening underlying business demand.
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Tariffs Squeeze Distributors Across Metals, Wood, Tech, and Industrial Supply Chains
More distributors describe tariffs as a daily operational constraint.
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Exposed Credentials and Unpatched Flaws Leave Distribution Industry Supply Chains Vulnerable
The wholesale sector has moved rapidly up attackers’ priority lists, rising from 12th place in 2024 into the top tier of ransomware targets.
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Fastenal Caps 2025 Rebound with Big Account Gains, Deeper Inventory Technology
Capital expenditure totaled about $230 million in 2025, or 2.8% of sales.
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Chefs’ Warehouse Sees Sales Climbing in 2026 on Strong Demand and Market Share Gains
The company said it expects net sales of $4.35 billion to $4.45 billion in fiscal 2026.
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Inventory Management as Ecommerce Engine, Not Afterthought
When inventory is planned and controlled correctly, it frees up dollars to devote to other initiatives. Here are key tools and strategies.
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Tariffs In 2026 Force Wholesale Distributors to Rethink Pricing, Sourcing and Contracts
Distributors that adapt early are finding ways to protect margins and service levels.
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How Better Pricing Can Improve Your Margins in 2026
Pricing is the one place where math and momentum will work in your favor.
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The 10 Distribution Trends That Will Matter in 2026
Tomorrow’s warehouse leaders will be expected to think like operators, analysts, and strategists at the same time.
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Wholesale Distributors Expand Logistics Footprint in Q4
Industry tracking shows that at least two major distribution centers opened in late 2025.