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Small Business Optimism Declined Two Points to 98.8

Washington, DC, October 14, 2025—The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index declined two points in September to 98.8.

Mullican Celebrating 40 Years of Business

Johnson City, TN, October 14, 2025—Mullican Flooring is celebrating its 40th anniversary?marking a milestone of American craftsmanship, sustainable practices and industry leadership.

Tarkett's Stanley Named to L.E.A.R.N. Board of Directors

Solon, OH, October 14, 2025—Jonathan Stanley, director of education and government strategies for Tarkett North America, has been appointed to a two-year term on the L.E.A.R.N. board of directors.

DCO Names Taylor Hicks Director of Engagement

Atlanta, GA, October 14, 2025—DCO Commercial Floors has announced the promotion of Taylor Hicks to the role of director of engagement.

New York Office Market Is Booming

New York, NY, October 14, 2025—"New York City’s office market is enjoying its biggest boom in nearly two decades, leaving the rest of the U.S. in its dust,” reports the Wall Street Journal.

Young Americans Investing in Stocks Rather Than Homes

New York, NY, October 13, 2025—"A record stock market might have a link to the unaffordable housing market,” based on how younger Americans are thinking about their finances," reports the Wall Street Journal.

Designers Weigh in on 2026 Residential Flooring Trends

New York, NY, October 13, 2025-The Spruce asked three designers to weigh in on residential flooring trends for 2026.

Home Listings Increase but Buyers Aren't Biting

Seattle, WA, October 13, 2025—New listings of U.S. homes for sale rose 2.3% year over year during the four weeks ending October 5, the biggest increase in over three months, reports Redfin.

FCEF Rolls Out Installation Course to Alabama Community Colleges

Dalton, GA, October 10, 2025—The Floor Covering Education Foundation (FCEF) has announced the statewide rollout of the Skills for Success: Flooring Installation Technician course in partnership with the Alabama Community College System (ACCS).

WIFI to Host Author Jessica DeAngelo on October 22

Dalton, GA, October 13, 2025—Women In the Floorcovering Industry (WIFI), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to attracting, educating and empowering women in the flooring sector, has announced an opportunity: The Wild Advantage virtual Power Hour on October 22.