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Long Island, NY, Oct. 5, 2010--Stanton Carpet, a manufacturer and importer of decorative branded carpet and custom rugs, said it has acquired the carpet wholesale dealer distribution business of F. Schumacher & Co.
New York, NY, Oct. 5, 2010--U.S. chain-store sales rose 2.4% last week compared with one year ago, according to the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) and Goldman Sachs.
Washington, DC, Oct. 5, 2010--The National Association of Home Builders' chief economist has reduced his housing starts forecasts for the remainder of this year and next year.
Washington, D.C., October 5, 2010--On Monday, the U.S. Justice Department sued credit card companies Mastercard, Visa and American Express for anti-competitive practices.
Washington, DC, Oct. 5, 2010--A new Harris Poll finds no major changes in consumer expectations for how they will spend their money on big ticket items over the next six months, with the possible exception of homes.
Washington, DC, Oct. 5, 2010--Growth in the U.S. services sector accelerated last month more quickly than economists had expected and hiring also picked up, according to the Institute for Supply Management.
Chicago, IL, Oct. 5, 2010--Birger Juell, whose flooring company was known for creating intricate custom floors for famous clients, was found dead along with his wife at a Wisconsin lake on Saturday.
Utica, MI, Oct. 5, 2010--Southeast Michigan hard surfaces distributor Tile & Stone Works has signed a distribution agreement with Orchid Ceramics.
Queensland, Australia, Oct. 5, 2010--Australia tile firm Beaumont Tiles has reported the 2009/10 fiscal year as its best on record, with an overall 9.8% growth in sales.
Jinjiang, China, Oct. 5, 2010--China Ceramics Co. said that its major brands "Hengda" and "HD" were awarded Asia's 500 Most Influential Brands of the Year 2010.