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Bankruptcy, Consolidation, & other Effects of the Economic Downturn

I am researching the effect of the economic downturn on equipment dealers and trying to get a handle on (1) the number of dealers who have filed for bankruptcy (2) manufacturers who have filed for bankruptcy, and (3) manufacturer consolidation. Would appreciate any help identifying dealers and manufacturers who have taken any of these steps since January 2008. Thanks.
  • Posted 12 Jun 2009 08:28
  • By Forklaw
  • joined 12 Jun'09 - 5 messages
  • New Jersey, United States
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there have been none in the minneapolis st paul market. RDO was lost the hyster line back in Oct 08.
  • Posted 12 Jun 2009 11:46
  • By beast411
  • joined 15 May'09 - 13 messages
  • Minnesota, United States

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