Insights
The DOJ Trade Fraud Task Force Has Recovered Over $1B. Here’s What It Means.
Key Takeaways: The DOJ and DHS Trade Fraud Task Force, launched in August 2025, surpassed $1 billion in…
July 22
Tariff Shortcuts Face Crackdown Under New CBP Rules
Key Takeaways: President Trump’s June 3, 2026, “Strengthening Customs Enforcement” executive order authorizes CBP and DHS to overhaul…
July 17
June Fastener Distributor Index Hits a Multi-Year High
Key Takeaways: The June 2026 Fastener Distributor Index reached 60.0, its strongest reading since mid-2021 and the 14th…
July 9
Freight Price Hikes Are on the Horizon in July
Key Takeaways: July freight price hikes are on the way as carriers roll out rate increases, with some…
June 30
Fastener Distributor Index Holds Strong into the Summer
Key Takeaways: The Fastener Distributor Index rose to 56.9 in May 2026, growing for the 13th straight month…
June 25
How Inconsistent Fastening Erodes Profit Margins
Inconsistent fastening inflates labor costs and waste by causing small defects that require expensive rework.
June 14
Harwin Survey Shows Reliability is Top Priority for Connector Selection
Reliability leads connector selection criteria with 78 percent of United States respondents calling it critical.
June 7
Fastener Industry Outlook Regulates in Q2
The April 2026 Fastener Distributor Index was in expansionary territory at 56.3.
May 29
Europe’s Bimetal Screws Market Projected to Hit $157 Million by 2033
The European bimetal screws market is projected to reach $157 million by 2033, driven by demand in automotive,…
May 29