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Why distributors Essendant and S.P. Richards plan to merge

Essendant Inc. and Genuine Parts Co.—diversified distributors each looking for a market edge in challenging times—said today they’ve agreed on a merger plan designed to play up each company’s strengths. The deal merges Essendant with GPC’s S.P. Richards Co., a long-time competitor in the distribution of office supplies. Combined, the two distribution organizations did about $7 […]

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