Respondents in the 1Q25 Baird-MDM Industrial Distribution Survey were divided on 2025 demand and investment outlooks, as tariff uncertainty clouds confidence and prompts cautious strategic planning. See our full breakdown of the results.
Though comparable sales declined year-over-year, the gap narrowed sequentially as EBITDA margin had a considerable jump from 4Q.
Most distributors and manufacturers surveyed in the 1Q25 Baird-MDM Industrial Distribution Survey indicated a 1-10% increase in the cost of goods sold in 2025, though uncertainty colored commentary. Get our deep dive analysis here.
We polled nearly 300 distributors and manufacturers in early April about the methods they are using in response to a higher cost of goods sold brought on by tariffs. See our detailed breakdown of the...
New England-based Siri Wire is a manufacturer and distributor of stainless steel wire products, used in applications such as filters screens and washers.
ABB announced plans to spin off its robotics division in its largest portfolio shift since 2018, aiming for a separately listed entity in 2Q26.
The addition of less-than-truckload service means suppliers who sell through Amazon’s eCommerce platform have more inbound shipping options.
Fastenal posted its strongest monthly sales growth since early 2023, with March daily sales surging year-over-year despite margin 1Q margin pressure. See our full breakdown of the company’s March and 1Q results.
China faces a 125% tariff hike while Trump issues a 90-day pause on reciprocal tariffs for most others. A 10% baseline tariff remains.
This piece reviews relevant pricing and tariff dynamics and describes key implications for distributors as they plot their course through a choppy environment.
The company is aiming for a potential sale as part of a major restructuring to streamline operations and focus on tire manufacturing.
Contrary to popular belief, culture isn’t a soft skill. It’s a competitive advantage, says executive leadership consultant Darcy Blessing-Williams, who is set to speak at MDM’s SHIFT conference in May. She joins the podcast to...
