Industrial Production Declines in August
Washington, DC, Sept. 14, 2012 -- Industrial production in the U.S. fell in August by the most since March 2009, according to the Federal Reserve.
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Gasoline Pushes Cost of Living Higher in August
Washington, DC, Sept. 14, 2012 -- Rising gasoline prices pushed the cost of living in the U.S. in August by the most in more than three years, according to the Labor Department.
Goodwin Heart Pine Company Changes Name
Micanopy, FL, Sept. 13, 2012 -- Goodwin Heart Pine Company said it is updating its brand and changing its name to Goodwin Company.
Storm Causes Spike in Jobless Claims
Washington, DC, Sept. 13, 2012 -- The number of people who applied for initial unemployment benefits rose sharply last week due mainly to delayed claims filed by people affected by Tropical Storm Isaac, according to the Labor Department.
Producer Prices Rise on Higher Energy Costs
Washington, DC, Sept. 13, 2012 -- Rising energy prices caused U.S. wholesale prices to rise by the most in three years, according to the Labor Department.
Dixie Considering Purchase of Dyeing Plant
Chattanooga, TN, Sept. 12, 2012 -- The Dixie Group is contemplating the purchase of a continuous dyeing facility owned by Milliken & Co. in Calhoun, Georgia.
Small Business Owners More Confident in August
Washington, DC, Sept. 12, 2012 -- Small-business owners were more confident in an economic recovery, according to the latest Small Business Optimism Index report from the National Federation of Independent Business.
Mortgage Application Volume Rises Last Week
Washington, DC, Sept. 12, 2012 -- Mortgage application volume rose last week as demand for refinancing and new loans both increased, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association.
Wholesale Inventories Rise in July
Washington, DC, Sept. 12, 2012 -- Inventories at U.S. wholesalers rose in July by the most in five months as sales fell, according to the Commerce Department.
Domotex 2013 To Feature 'Flooring Deluxe'
Hannover, Germany, Sept. 11, 2012 -- The organizers of Domotex, the trade show for carpets and floor coverings, say 1,400 companies from 60 countries will be exhibiting their latest collections in Hannover Jan. 12-15.