M&A merry-go-round starts up again

Sam Trendall
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The big four distributors were back in acquisition action last week, as were some smaller rivals. We examine what all the consolidation means, and whether it is set to continue

After a week of frenzied acquisition activity, the distribution sector could be set for another period of consolidation, with the big guns seemingly switching their M&A focus from volume to value. ...

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