Planned Job Cuts Surge on Overseas Auto Woes
Chicago, IL, Nov. 1, 2012 -– Planned job cuts by U.S.-based employers rose 41% in October to 47,724, according to outplacement consultancy Challenger, Gray & Christmas, Inc.
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Traxx Acquires Crain Seam Tape Business
Pomona, CA, Nov. 1, 2012 -- Traxx Corporation said it has acquired the Crain seam tape business.
Manufacturing Picks Up in October
Washington, DC, Nov. 1, 2012 -- American manufacturing expanded at a slightly faster pace in October, according to the Institute for Supply Management's index of purchasing managers.
Initial Jobless Claims Fall Last Week
Washington, DC, Nov. 1, 2012 -- Initial applications for unemployment benefits fell last week, according to the Labor Department.
Mirage Extending Sale Due to Storm
St. Georges, Quebec, Canada, Nov. 1, 2012 -- Mirage said it is extending its fall sale through Nov. 15 due to hurricane Sandy.
Honeywell Raising Caprolactam, Nylon Resin Prices
Morris Township, NJ, Oct. 31, 2012 -- Honeywell Resins and Chemicals said it will increase prices by $0.08 per pound for caprolactam and nylon 6 resins for customers globally, effective Nov. 5.
Interface Commits To Rebuilding Australia Plant
Surry Hills, Australia, Oct. 31, 2012 -- Interface, Australia's largest carpet tile manufacturer, has formalized its commitment to rebuild its manufacturing facility in the Sydney area.
Ardex Opens New Corporate Office
Aliquippa, PA, Oct. 31, 2012 -- Ardex Americas recently opened a new corporate building to house its Marketing and Business Development department in Aliquippa.
Mortgage Application Volume Declines
Washington, DC, Oct. 31, 2012 -- Mortgage application volume fell last week as demand for refinancing declined for the fourth week in a row, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association.
Chicago PMI Edges Higher in October
Chicago, IL, Oct. 31, 2012 -- The Chicago Purchasing Managers Index edged up in October to 49.9% from 49.7% in the prior month.