Ace Hardware has opened 110 new stores in 2021 with plans to open at last 60 more by the end of the year.
The U.S. Census Bureau has released advance indicators showing that the international trade deficit declined while wholesale inventories increased in July.
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Real U.S. GDP Up 6.6% in 2Q According to ‘Second’ Estimate
Current dollar GDP increased 13.2% at an annual rate, or $693.2 billion, in the second quarter to a level of $22.7 trillion.
Ace’s new retail support center will occupy more than 1-million-square feet and bring more than 400 jobs to the area.
The decrease, down following two consecutive monthly increases, followed a 0.8% June increase.
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Chicago Fed National Activity Index Up in July
The Chicago Fed National Activity Index (CFNAI) was +0.53 in July, up from –0.01 in June.
Industrial and MRO distributor brings on merchandising, product development and sourcing veteran.
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Wajax Expands Direct Distribution Agreement With Hitachi
The expansion of the relationship between Wajax and Hitachi is expected to strengthen the competitive positioning of both companies in the Canadian construction and mining markets.
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DSG to Open New Facility in Rogers, Minnesota
The new branch will be Dakota Supply Group’s 12th location in Minnesota and 44th across six states.

