News
All the latest reporting and analysis from Distribution Strategy Group.
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Ryerson, Olympic Steel to Merge, Creating $6.5 Billion Metals Distribution Organization
The merger is expected to generate about $120 million in annual synergies.
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FleetPride and TruckPro Complete Merger, Forming Heavy-Duty Aftermarket Leader
FleetPride and TruckPro will operate a network of over 450 locations.
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Global Industrial Builds Momentum with Growth in Key Accounts and Stronger Margins
The distributor said sales rose 3.3% in the third quarter to $353.6 million, marking its second straight period of revenue growth.
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Avnet Returns to Growth as Asia and Farnell Drive First Quarter Gains
The technology distributor reported revenue of $5.9 billion for the quarter ending Sept. 27.
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Border States Partners with PETL to Expand Certified Safety Testing Services
PETL specializes in dielectric testing that verifies the safety and reliability of electrical protective gear.
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Applied Industrial Technologies Reports Steady Start to Fiscal 2026
The Cleveland-based distributor said revenue for the quarter ending Sept. 30 rose 9% from a year earlier to $1.2 billion.
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QXO Moves to Refinance Debt as Sales Climb to $2.73 Billion
QXO reported a net loss of $139 million but said that, excluding one-time costs, it earned $121 million during the quarter.
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Amazon Deploys AI Systems Blue Jay and Project Eluna to Reinvent Fulfillment
Amazon calls it a significant expansion of “physical AI.”
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The New Era of Profit Maximization for Distributors
Distributors have access to a growing number of new technologies that enable them to work more efficiently and better understand their customers.
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Parkland’s Distribution Strength Drives Q3 Gains Ahead of Sunoco Merger
CEO Bob Espey said Parkland’s “diversified business and strong operational execution” leave it well positioned as it combines with Sunoco.