Employers Add Most Jobs in More Than Two Years
Washington, DC, May 2, 2014 -- Employers added 288,000 jobs in April, the most in more than two years, according to the Labor Department.
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Mohawk Earnings Surge in First Quarter
Calhoun, GA, May 2, 2014 -- Mohawk Industries reported first quarter net earnings of $81 million and earnings per share of $1.11. That's up from the first quarter last year when it posted net income of $50 million.
Builder Beazer Homes Narrows Loss in Quarter
Atlanta, GA, May 2, 2014 -- Builder Beazer Homes reported it lost $17.9 million, or $0.31 per share, for the quarter ending March 31.
Tandus Centiva Products in Design Award Winners
Dalton, GA, May 2, 2014 -- Tandus Centiva said its products were used in eight award-winning projects in the 2014 Starnet Design Awards, helping Starnet members win three gold, two silver, and three bronze recognitions.
Factory Orders Increase Again in March
Washington, DC, May 2, 2014 -- New orders for manufactured goods rose for a second straight month in March, according to the Commerce Department.
Construction Spending Rebounds in March
Washington, DC, May 1, 2014 -- Construction spending rose slightly in March, according to the Commerce Department.
Tile Shop Holdings Reports Higher Sales
Minneapolis, MN, May 1, 2014 -- Tile Shop Holdings reported first quarter net income of $3.7 million, up from a loss a year ago of $44.7 million.
Manufacturing Continues To Expand in April
Washington, DC, May 1, 2014 -- U.S. manufacturing expanded in April at the fastest pace since the end of last year, according to the Institute for Supply Management.
Coverings Installation & Design Winners Named
Las Vegas, NV, May 1, 2014 -- Twelve tile and stone projects were recognized as part of the annual Coverings Installation & Design Awards, a program that honors outstanding design and installation of tile and stone.
Beaulieu Expanding Sales Incentives for May
Dalton, GA, May 1, 2014 -– In May, retail sales associates selling Beaulieu America’s Bliss Magic Fresh and Bliss Perfection collections will have a double rewards opportunity.