Consumer Sentiment Edges Up, Beats Expectations
Ann Arbor, MI, March 13, 2009--The University of Michigan/Reuters consumer sentiment index edged up in early March to 56.6 from 56.3 in February.
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Crossville Getting Huge Press as Part of Expansion
Crossville, TN, March 12, 2009--As part of a major $10.5 million expansion, tile maker Crossville, Inc.is about to take receipt of a new press that is being shipped from Italy, a three-month voyage by sea and river.
Lowe's Plans To Continue Aggressive Expansion
Mooresville, NC, March 13, 2009--Lowe's Cos. Inc. said the home improvement chain hopes to grow its chain of stores by 50 percent, although it could take a decade.
Commercial Mortgages Performing Relatively Well
Washington, DC, March 13, 2009--The weakening economy and continued credit crunch contributed to increases in commercial/multifamily mortgage delinquencies during the fourth quarter.
Lumber Liquidators To Continue Rapid Growth
Toano, VA, March 13, 2009--Lumber Liquidators plans to continue its aggressive expansion, the firm said it a conference call on Tuesday.
Style Limited Names Independent Chairman
South Perth, Australia, March 13, 2009--Style Limited has appointed Peter Brannighan as its independent chairman, following the decision by founder and former chairman, Greg Johnson, to step down from the role.
Formica Flooring Names Regional Sales Manager
Barnwell, SC, March 13, 2009 – Formica Flooring has named John Mauro regional sales manager.
Trade Gap Smallest In Over Six Years
Washington, DC, March 13, 2009--The U.S. trade deficit narrowed 9.7 percent in January to its smallest since October 2002, the Commerce Department said.
Homebuilders Competing Against Foreclosures
Los Angeles, CA, March 13, 2009--The nation's homebuilders are finding that their greatest competition is coming from foreclosed homes, often in their own subdivisions.
One Measure of Consumer Sentiment Improves
New York, NY, March 12, 2009--Despite mounting job losses and a stock market spiraling toward a 12-year low, U.S. consumer sentiment edged up this month according to the most recent results of the RBC CASH Index.