U.K. Carpet Firms Start Billboard Campaign
London, England, Sept. 2, 2008--U.K. carpet firms are launching a multi-million pound ad campaign after being hit by the housing slump and Britain's love affair with wood flooring.
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Personal Income Falls in July
Washington, DC, Aug. 29, 2008--Personal incomes fell in July while consumer spending slowed significantly as the impact of billions of dollars in government rebate checks began to wane, according to the Commerce Department.
Beaulieu's Nexterra Gets NSF-140 Certification
Adairsville, GA, Aug. 28, 2008 –Beaulieu Commercial said it has the first carpet products to be certified under NSF International's new sustainability-focused certification standard, NSF/ANSI 140-2007.
Chicago Business Activity Up in August
Chicago, IL, Aug. 29, 2008--Business activity in the Chicago region picked up unexpectedly in August, according to a survey of corporate purchasing managers released Friday.
Consumer Confidence Ticks Up in August
Ann Arbor, MI, Aug. 29, 2008--Consumer confidence rose to its highest level in five months in August, according to the Reuters/University of Michigan Surveys of Consumers.
J Mish Names VP of Sales, Marketing Director
Cartersville, GA, Aug. 28, 2008--J Mish has named Don Karlin vice president of sales.
Anderson Advertising Policy Sets Minimum Pricing
Clinton, SC, Aug. 28, 2008--Anderson Floors has introduced a new minimum advertised price policy for all advertisers of any Anderson hardwood product, in any media.
Century Flooring Relaunches Brand
Dallas, TX, Aug. 28, 2008 – Century Flooring has re-launched its brand, with a complete overhaul of its logo, website, packaging, marketing materials and merchandising elements.
Exports Boost GDP To Fastest Pace in Year
Washington, DC, Aug. 28. 2008--The economy this spring grew at its fastest pace in nearly a year as exports remained strong and tax rebates helped shoppers at home.
Potential Gulf Hurricane Pushing Oil Prices Higher
New York, NY, Aug. 28, 2008--Nerviousness over tropical storm Gustav sent oil prices higher for the fourth straight day, breaking through $120 per barrel.