VRC is proud to release its latest Industry Report. The report provides a concise, insightful update on the Building Material Distribution industry including recent transactions, market multiples, company performance and purchase price allocation percentages.

Read the full report: Building Material Distribution: October 2020

October 2020 Industry Highlights

• On September 1, 2020, Foundation Building Materials, Inc., one of the largest specialty distributors of wallboard, suspended ceilings systems, metal framing, and complementary products in North America, announced that it closed the acquisition of Marriott Drywall Materials, Inc. Marriott is an independent distributor of drywall and accessories, steel framing, insulation, tools, and fasteners.
• On July 22, 2020, Johnson Controls, a global leader in smart building technology and solutions announced that it closed an agreement to purchase EuroPAC Alarmcentrale and EuroPAC Telefooncentrale businesses. The acquisition will strengthen the company’s position in the residential/commercial monitoring industry in the Benelux region by broadening offerings to include video, tracking services.
• Read the full report: Building Material Distribution: October 2020

Past Industry Updates:

Building Material Distribution: May 2020

Building Material Distribution: December 2019