Philadelphia Manufacturing Index Falls Sharply
Washington, DC, Feb. 20, 2014 -- The Philadelphia Fed's manufacturing index plunged to a reading of negative 6.3 in February from a 9.4 reading in January.
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Consumer Prices Tick Higher in January
Washington, DC, Feb. 20, 2014 -- Consumer prices rose in January but inflation pressures remained tame, according to the Labor Department.
Dixie Group Swings to Profit on Surging Sales
Chattanooga, TN, Feb. 19, 2014 -- The Dixie Group reported fourth quarter sales of $95.8 million, up from $71.1 milion a year ago.
Severe Weather Depresses Housing Starts
Washington, DC, Feb. 19, 2014 -- Housing starts fell in January for the second straight month, according to the Commerce Department.
Lumber Liquidators' Income Up 50% in Quarter
Toano, VA, Feb. 19, 2014 -- Lumber Liquidators reported fourth quarter net income increased 50.6% to $20.8 million, or $0.74 per share, up from $13.8 million, or $0.50 per share, a year ago.
Bona US Hosting First Craftsman Convention
Aurora, CO, Feb. 19, 2014 -- Bona US said it will host its first ever Bona Certified Craftsman Convention in Denver Feb. 20-22.
Producer Prices Edge Up in January
Washington, DC, Feb. 19, 2014 -- Producer prices rose for a second straight month in January, the Labor Department said, but inflation remained tame.
New Pergo Website Wins Awards
Dallas, TX, Feb. 19, 2014 -- Pergo said its new website has won both gold and silver awards in the 2013 Davey Awards.
Severe Weather Hits Builder Confidence
Washington, DC, Feb. 18, 2014 -- Unusually severe weather conditions across much of the nation along with continued concerns over the cost and availability of labor and lots resulted in a loss of builder confidence last month.
Tandus Helps Tarkett Grow Income, Sales
Paris, France, Feb. 18, 2014 -- Tarkett announced that its net profit was up 18.5% in 2013 to 99.1 million euros.