Initial Unemployment Applications Edge Higher
Washington, DC, March 8, 2012 -- Initial applications for unemployment benefits rose modestly last week but they remained in a range usually associated with better labor-market conditions.
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Empire Today Expands into Kansas City
Northlake, IL, March 8, 2012 -- Empire Today has expanded into the Kansas City area.
Shaw Rolls Out Ad Studio for Dealers
Dalton, GA, March 8, 2012 -– Shaw recently introduced Shaw Ad Studio, an online dealer resource that offers customized print ads, banners, and store signage, as well as access to media buying specialists.
Foam Association Paper Defends Stewardship
Loudon, TN, March 8, 2012 -- A white paper published by the Polyurethane Foam Association provides extensive background and a comprehensive discussion of the U.S. flexible polyurethane foam industry today.
Deal for Amtico Looks Good for Mannington
Salem, NJ, March 7, 2012 -- Mannington Mills acquired luxury vinyl tile maker Amtico International from AAC Capital UK and Electra Private Equity for an estimated $200 million, Dow Jones News reported.
Job Creation Up Again in February
Rosedale, NJ, March 7, 2012 -- Private-sector payrolls increased 216,000 in February, according to the ADP employment report.
Search Committee To Find New CARE Director
Dalton, GA, March 7, 2012 -- A search committee is being formed to find a new executive director for the Carpet America Recovery Effort.
China Ceramics Reports Higher Sales, Income
Jinjiang, China, March 7, 2012 -- China Ceramics Co. reported fourth quarter revenue of $63.8 million, up 48.1% from the fourth quarter of 2010.
Pharr Yarns President Dennis Doran Dies
Milford, DE, March 7, 2012 -- William Dennis Doran, president of Pharr Yarns, died March 4 at the age of 67.
Businesses More Productive in Fourth Quarter
Washington, DC, March 7, 2012 -- Business productivity in the fourth quarter was higher than previously believed, but businesses also faced higher labor costs, according to the Labor Department.