Teragren Adds Distribution, Names Executive VP
Bainbridge Island, WA, Feb. 3, 2010--Teragren said it has secured two new distribution agreements in the U.S. and has named a new executive vice president.
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Cevisama Begins Next Week in Valencia
Valencia, Spain, Feb. 3, 2010--From Feb. 9-12, the 28th edition of Cevisama will take place at Feria Valencia.
Suppliers Move To Force Home Valu Into Bankruptcy
Minneapolis, MN, Feb. 2, 2010--Three suppliers, including one of the country's largest flooring distributors, who are owed nearly $500,000 by Home Valu Interiors, have moved to force the company into bankruptcy.
Chain Store Sales Edge Up From Previous Year
New York, NY, Feb. 2, 2010--Chain-store sales last week rose 0.4% from the year-earlier period, according to the International Council of Shopping Centers and Goldman Sachs.
Two Texas Retailers Merge Operations
Denton, TX, Feb. 2, 2010--Two of Texas’ most prominent flooring retailers are merging.
Dow Chemical Swings to Profit in Fourth Quarter
Midland, MI, Feb. 2, 2010--Dow Chemical Co. said it recorded a fourth-quarter profit, driven by business in emerging markets and gains from acquisitions.
Pending Homes Sales Up in December
Washington, DC, Feb. 2, 2010--Pending home sales rose 1% in December, according to the National Association of Realtors, but were much higher than a year ago.
Quick-Step Incorporates HGTV Star in Promotions
Dallas, TX, Feb. 1, 2010--Laminate maker Quick-Step is launching a new partnership with interior designer/style expert Erinn Valencich from HGTV.
Exceptional Surfaces Names Vice President
New York, NY, Feb. 2, 2010--Tile firm Exceptional Surfaces has appointed Todd Rohrer vice president.
D.R. Horton Swings To Profit on Tax Benefit
Fort Worth, TX, Feb. 2, 2010--Homebuilder D.R. Horton Inc. said it swung to a quarterly profit helped by a tax gain and higher revenue.