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April 25, 2014

Affiliated Distributors Announces New President of U.S. Electrical, International Development

Association/Buying Group News, Electrical, Free, Human Resources in Wholesale Distribution, News, Operations, Top Distributor Sectors /

Ed Crawford to become new division president, effective May 5.

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First Quarter 2014 Financial Metrics & Trading Multiples

Finance, Management, Mergers & Acquisitions, Strategy /

In this two-page report, available to download in PDF after log-in, we feature data on merger and acquisition trends and financial metrics for the largest publicly traded distributors across diverse sectors in the first quarter of 2014.

In partnership with Houlihan Lokey, an investment banking firm, we have added data on M&A activity trends across all industries (not just distribution), as well as valuation multiples for deals in all industries.

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Download this Issue in PDF: April 25, 2014

Full Issue PDF /

This is the PDF of this issue of Modern Distribution Management.

Table of Contents:

  • 1Q14 MDM-Baird Distribution Survey: Distributors Playing Catch-Up
  • Commentary: Target Markets, Efficiencies & Standing Out
  • First Quarter 2014 Pricing Trends Report
  • MDM Monthly Wholesale Trade Data: February 2014
  • Financial Metrics & Trading Multiples: 1Q2014
  • MDM Inflation Index: March 2014
  • News Digest

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MDM Industrial Inflation Index: March 2014

Economic Trends, Research & Analytics /

Modern Distribution Management's monthly Industrial Inflation Index measures a cross-section of industrial supplies.

This index includes:

  • Abrasives Products
  • Cutting Tools
  • Power Transmission Equipment
  • Fasteners
  • Valves, etc.
  • Power Tools
  • Material Handling Equipment
  • Belting
  • Hand Tools
  • Misc. Metal

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  • MDM 1Q14 Pricing Trends Report
  • MDM Interview with Guy Blissett: Uncertainty + Change = Opportunity?
  • The State of Analytics in Distribution
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Monthly Wholesale Trade Data: February 2014

Economic Trends, Research & Analytics /

Sales and inventories data for wholesaler-distributors in February 2014.

This article includes:

  • Wholesale trade revenues for durable and nondurable goods in February 2014
  • Monthly inventories/sales ratio for the industry
  • Sales & inventory trends for durable and nondurable goods

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  • 1Q14 MDM-Baird Distribution Survey Results
  • 1Q14 MDM Pricing Trends Report
  • Building on Already Profitable Business
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Commentary: Target Markets, Efficiencies & Standing Out

Management, Online Marketing, Sales & Marketing, Strategy /

On mdm.com, we not only feature our premium content that you read in this newsletter twice a month, we also feature ongoing blogs with insights from thought leaders in the industry, breaking news and extra features such as video interviews and Premium Extra bonuses. Here are some of insights you might have missed in the past month.

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  • The State of Analytics in Distribution: 2014
  • The Shifting Competitive Landscape in Distribution
  • Redefining Competitive Advantage
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1Q14 MDM-Baird Distribution Survey: Distributors Playing Catch-Up

Economic Trends, Quarterly MDM-Baird Distribution Survey, Research & Analytics /

Robert W. Baird & Co., in partnership with Modern Distribution Management, conducted a survey of more than 500 distributors and manufacturers to gauge business trends and the outlook for the distribution industry in diverse sectors. This article provides a summary of first-quarter results and distributor and manufacturer expectations for 2014.

This article includes:

  • Revenue, inventory and pricing expectations
  • Sector breakdown
  • Analysis of trends affecting sales and operating performance

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  • MDM Industrial Inflation Index
  • The State of Analytics in Distribution: 2014
  • The 2014 State of E-Commerce in Distribution
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MDM Pricing Trends Report: First Quarter 2014

Economic Trends, Research & Analytics /

This report was formerly called the Inflation by Commodity Group Report.

This report is researched and produced by MDM editors. View the Fourth Quarter 2013 and annual report here.

These product groups provide a snapshot of inflation trends based on the Producer Price Index from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. First quarter 2013 pricing levels are compared with first quarter 2014 and fourth quarter 2013 with first quarter 2014.

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Industrial

  • Abrasives
  • Adhesives & Sealants
  • Metal Cutting Machine Tools
  • Metal Forming Machine Tools
  • Pumps, Compressors, & Eqmt
  • Ind. Material Handling Eqmt
  • Rubber & Plastic Hose
  • Rubber & Plastic Belts & Belting
  • Ind. Rubber Products, nec
  • Metal Valves (not fluid power)
  • Personal Safety Equipment & Clothing
  • Steel Mill Products

Construction

  • Softwood Lumber
  • Hardwood Lumber
  • General Millwork
  • Gypsum Products
  • Hardboard, Particlebd, Fiberbd
  • Plywood
  • Plastic Construction Products
  • Wood Ties, Siding, Shingles,
  • Shakes

Electrical

  • Electrical Machinery & Eqmt
  • Electronic Components & Accs
  • Integrating and Measuring Instruments
  • Motors & Generators
  • Wiring Devices
  • Transformers & Power Regulators
  • Switchgear, Switchboard, etc., Eqmt
  • Communications & Related Eqmt
  • Electric Lamp Bulbs & Parts

Other Related Electrical

  • Lighting Fixtures
  • Nonferrous Wire & Cable
  • Fabricated Ferrous Wire & Cable

Power Transmission/Bearing

  • Mechanical Power Transmission Eqmt
  • Ball & Roller Bearings
  • Plain Bearings & Bushings
  • Speed Changers, Drives & Gears

Fluid Power

  • Fluid Power Eqmt
  • Fluid Power Valves
  • Fluid Power Hose/ Tube Fittings
  • Fluid Power Pumps & Parts
  • Fluid Power Actuators/ Accum/ Cylinders

Plastics

  • Plastic Resins & Materials
  • Plastic Products (Overall)

Fasteners

  • Nuts, Bolts, Screws, Rivets, Washers (overall)
  • Aircraft Fasteners
  • Externally Threaded Fasteners
  • Internally Threaded Fasteners
  • Nonthreaded Metal Fasteners

Hardware

  • Hardware (overall)
  • Builders’ Hardware

Tools

  • Hand & Edge Tools
  • Power-Driven Hand Tools
  • Tools, Dies, Jigs, Molds, Fixtures
  • Cutting Tools & Accs (overall)
  • Precision Measuring Tools
  • Small Cutting Tools

Gases/Welding

  • Industrial Gases
  • Welding Machinery/ Equipment

Paper

  • Pulp, Paper & Allied Products (overall)
  • Sanitary Paper Products
  • Boxes
  • Packaging Products from Plastic

HVACR/Plumbing

  • Air Cond. & Refrigeration Eqmt
  • Heating Eqmt
  • Plumbing Fixtures & Fittings

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