Consumer Sentiment Revised Higher in September
Ann Arbor, MI, Oct. 1, 2010--The Reuters/University of Michigan's final gauge of consumer sentiment was upwardly revised to 68.2 in September from an initial reading of 66.6.
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Mullican Sales Campaign Dovetails With Giveaway
Johnson City, TN, Oct. 1, 2010--Through November 30 Mullican Flooring is conducting a sales-incentive campaign that brings cash-back rewards to retail personnel who promote and sell specific Mullican products.
Freudenberg To Restart Recycled Fiber Line
Durham, NC, Oct. 1, 2010--Freudenberg Spunweb Company, a part of the Freudenberg Nonwovens business group, said it will resume operation of its recycled polyester fiber line by the end of the year.
Daltile Renews Participation in DIY Show
Dallas, TX, Oct. 1, 2010--Daltile has renewed its participation as tile provider for the fifth season of DIY Network’s show Ten Grand In Your Hand.
Manufacturing Continues Growth in September
Washington, DC, Oct. 1, 2010--Manufacturing activity grew more slowly in September although the sector is still expanding, according to the Institute for Supply Management.
Lumber Liquidators Fires Merchandising SVP
Toano, VA, Oct. 1, 2010--Lumber Liquidators said it has terminated Andrew P. Shulklapper, the company's senior vice president, merchandising since 2007.
Tile Maker Uses Porcelain from Old Sinks, Toilets
San Jose, CA, Oct. 1, 2010--San Jose's Fireclay Tile is using porcelain from old sinks, toilets and bathtubs to produce a line of ceramic tiles, according to a story in the San Jose Mercury News.
NAHB Seeks Change To New Lending Program
Washington, DC, Oct. 1, 2010--The National Association of Home Builders is urging the Senate to pass legislation that would allow construction loans to be eligible for the new small business lending fund.
Personal Income Outpaces Spending in August
Washington, DC, Oct. 1, 2010--Personal income rose 0.5% in August while real consumer spending rose 0.2%, the Commerce Department said Friday.
Richmond Tile Buys European Inventories
Staten Island, NY, Oct. 1, 2010--Richmond Tile & Bath recently purchased two European-warehoused inventories, according to a story in the Staten Island Advance.