Initial Jobless Claims Rise Unexpectedly
Washington, DC, April 28, 2011 -- Initial jobless claims rose unexpectedly last week to their highest level since January, according to the Labor Department.
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Milliken Unveils New Corporate Identity
Sparatanburg, SC, April 27, 2011 -- Milliken is rebranding its corporate identity "to position itself for the future while embracing strengths from its successful history," the company said.
Lumber Liquidators Reports Lower Income
Toano, VA, April 27, 2011 -- Lumber Liquidators reported that net income fell 17.1% to $5.8 million, or $0.20 per share, in the first quarter.
Mortgage Applications Down on Fewer Purchases
Washington, DC, April 27, 2011 -- Mortgage applications in the U.S. fell last week, as purchase applications dropped by the largest amount in nearly a year, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association.
Interface Completes Debt Exchange
Atlanta, GA, April 27, 2011 -- Interface announced the completion of its offer to exchange $275 million aggregate principal amount .
Consumer Confidence Turns Higher in April
New York, NY, April 26, 2011 -- Consumer confidence rose in April as concerns about jobs and inflation eased, according to the Conference Board.
Pfleiderer Releases Details of Restructuring
Neumarkt, April 26, 2011 - Pfleiderer said it has sent the preliminary agreements for the company's financial restructuring to its creditors.
EPA Proposes Stricter PVC Production Emissions
Washington, DC, April 26, 2011 -- The Environmental Protection Agency is proposing stronger air emissions standards for polyvinyl chloride production facilities.
Retail Sales Increase Last Week
New York, NY, Aprilo 26, 2011 -- U.S. retail sales rose 3.2% year on year in the week that ended April 23, the International Council of Shopping Centers and Goldman Sachs reported.
House Prices Continue To Fall in February
New York, NY, April 26, 2011 -- Single-family home prices fell for an eighth straight month in February, according to the S&P/Case Shiller composite index.