MELVILLE, N.Y., Mar 04, 2008 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- FORTUNE has named Arrow Electronics, Inc. (NYSE: ARW) in its annual ranking of America's Most Admired Companies, representing the eighth consecutive year the company has been recognized in the magazine's listing.

FORTUNE and its survey partner, the Hay Group, surveyed executives, directors and analysts to rate companies in their own industry based on specific criteria, including financial soundness and quality of products/services. A total of 622 companies in 65 industries were surveyed.

"The honor of being included again in FORTUNE's Most Admired Companies is a direct reflection of the hard work and dedication of our more than 12,000 employees around the world," said William E. Mitchell, chairman and chief executive officer of Arrow. "Each and every day they are committed to delivering value to all of our stakeholders and are focused on bringing higher levels of service to our 140,000 customers globally."

About Arrow Electronics

Arrow Electronics (www.arrow.com) is a global provider of products, services and solutions to industrial and commercial users of electronic components and enterprise computing solutions. Headquartered in Melville, New York, Arrow serves as a supply channel partner for approximately 700 suppliers and 140,000 original equipment manufacturers, contract manufacturers and commercial customers through a global network of more than 300 locations in 50 countries and territories.

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Arrow Electronics, Inc.
Jacqueline F. Strayer, 631-847-2101
Vice President, Corporate Communications