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Bankruptcy Trends Every LBM Credit Leader Should Be Watching | LBM Talks Credit

What can bankruptcy data tell LBM dealers about credit risk in today’s market? In this episode of LBM Talks Credit, host Thea Dudley talks with James Brown, founder of BK Wire, a platform that tracks corporate bankruptcies and unsecured creditor data. Together they discuss how bankruptcy filings create ripple effects throughout the building materials supply chain, and what credit professionals and executives at LBM dealerships should be paying attention to. They cover: • What current bankruptcy trends are signaling about the market • How downstream risk impacts suppliers and dealers • Why unsecured credit exposure can grow quickly • What credit teams should be asking customers before extending larger credit lines • How data can help identify warning signs earlier For credit managers, CFOs, and leadership teams at LBM dealers, understanding these signals can make the difference between managing risk proactively and reacting after a loss. Check out Nuvo: https://nuvo.com/ 0:00 Intro & Nuvo Sponsor 0:52 Why Bankruptcies Matter for LBM Dealers 2:05 Bankruptcy Trends in Construction & Building Materials 6:03 Roofing Contractors: A Credit Risk Example 13:49 How Credit Managers Can Spot Financial Warning Signs 18:02 Trade References & Spotting Risky Customers 25:53 Key Takeaways for LBM Credit Leaders