NetPlus Alliance’s latest Industry Outlook showed a strong start to 2026 among its distributor members, with most reporting year-over-year sales gains and more than three-quarters expecting full-year sales growth.
The figures suggest goods continued accumulating across distribution channels, albeit at a slower pace than April, and we’ll find out if sales kept pace when the government’s full wholesale trade report publishes July 8.
The new top leadership appointment is effective July 13, as Founder Brian Price transitions to Board Chairman
QXO’s acquisition of TopBuild cleared a major hurdle with shareholder approval from both companies. The transaction is expected to close July 1, positioning QXO as one of North America’s largest publicly traded building products distributors.
HARDI, PHCC and ACCA filed a legal challenge to portions of EPA’s Technology Transitions Reconsideration Rule, arguing that delayed commercial refrigeration transition deadlines will strain HFC supply and raise costs across HVACR markets.
Danfoss said the deal would strengthen its Fluid Conveyance business within Danfoss Power Solutions and create a global leader in hydraulic and industrial hose manufacturing and distribution.
The U.S. economy grew faster in early 2026 than previously reported, but the upward revision was driven mostly by a lower imports estimate while consumer spending and key distributor-facing sectors softened.
The pharmaceutical products distributor said the 330,000-square-foot facility will expand capacity, add cold chain capabilities and support customers across Oklahoma, Texas and nearby markets.
The deal expands GMS’ complementary products portfolio and South Texas presence, marking its fourth completed acquisition announced in 2026.
NAW is the only business plaintiff in a multistate lawsuit seeking to block California’s SB 54 packaging law, months after the association secured an injunction against Oregon’s EPR law. Get the details here.
Canada-based The Master Group’s addition of Distributor Corporation of New England marks its first U.S. expansion since early 2023.
The newly-merged JanSan, packaging and foodservice supplies distributor adds a veteran supply chain leader with experience from SRS Distribution, Neiman Marcus, Target and Airgas.
