Few Planning Major Purchases With Tax Refund
Washington, DC, April 14, 2009--An economic boost fueled by this year's tax refunds could be limited as most people say they plan to be frugal with their annual windfalls.
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Carpet Tile Manufacturer Has New President
Chattanooga, TN, April 13, 2009 – FOCUSfloor, a carpet tile manufacturer founded in 1997, has named Jim Daubs as its new president.
Carpet Firm Desso Adopts Cradle to Cradle
The Netherlands, April 14, 2009--International carpet company Desso has adopted Cradle to Cradle manufacturing policies.
Retail Sales Fell in March
Washington, DC, April 14, 2009--U.S. retail sales fell a seasonally adjusted 1.1% in March after two months of gains had boosted hopes of a rebound in consumer spending.
Wholesale Prices Fall More Than Expected in March
Washington, DC, April 14, 2009--The government reported Tuesday that prices at the wholesale level fell more sharply than expected in March amid energy price declines.
iFloor Operating as an E-Commerce Business Only
Tukwila, WA, April 13, 2009--IFloor is operating for now as a an e-commerce business only, with only a call center and distribution center.
Global Construction Expected To Decline This Year
New York, NY, April 13, 2009--Global construction spending will decline 3.7% this year to $5.6 trillion, according to a report by IHS Global Insight Construction Services.
New Zealand Wool Prices Hit 30-Year Low
Auckland, New Zealand, April 13, 2009--Wool prices in New Zealand fell to the lowest in 30 years as the slump in global construction sapped flooring demand for new buildings and home renovations.
Tennant Cleaning System Earns European Award
Minneapolis, MN, April 13, 2009--Tennant Company has developed a new process called ec-H2O that uses electricity to change plain tap water to a cleaner without any added chemicals.
Oil Prices Back Below $50
New York, NY, April 13, 2009--Oil prices fell below $50 a barrel Monday after the International Energy Agency said it expects global crude demand to drop this year amid the worst worldwide recession in decades.