Initial Jobless Claims Down
Washington, DC, March 8, 2007--The number of workers filing for unemployment benefits fell by a seasonally adjusted 10,000 last week to 328,000.
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Toll CEO: Company Burning Through Inventory
New York, March 8, 2007--Toll Brothers said it would "burn through" its inventory in many markets in four or five months.
Shaw Named to Training Magazine’s Top 125
Dalton, GA, March 8, 2007--For the third consecutive year Shaw Industries has been named to Training Magazine’s “Training Top 125”.
Formica Offers Moisture Warranty
Barnwell, SC, March 8, 2007--Formica Flooring has extended its existing residential product warranty to include topical moisture damage.
CTEF Appoints New Executive Director
Pendleton, SC, March 8, 2007--The Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF) Board of Directors has appointed a new executive director, Scott Carothers, effective April 15, 2007.
Horton CEO: 2007 Is Going to 'Suck'
Ft. Worth, TX, March 8, 2007--The CEO of the nation's largest homebuilder by volume said that 2007 would "suck" for his company, providing the clearest signal yet that a recovery in the battered sector is farther off than many thought.
Shaw Continues “I Want a Floor" Campaign
Dalton, GA, March 8, 2007--Shaw will solidify an aggressive marketing approach in 2007 with a continuation of the successful “I want a floor…” national consumer advertising campaign.
Mohawk-Today Website Gets Upgrade
Dalton, GA, March 6, 2007--Mohawk’s dealer news and information website, www.mohawk-today.com, is sporting a whole-new look.
Pending Homes Sales Off in January
Washington, DC, March 6, 2007 - Pending home sales declined in January from a strong upturn in December due to unusual weather patterns, according to the National Association of Realtors.
Surfaces Expo Releases Attendance Figures
Dallas, TX, March 6, 2007--The most glaring statistic to come out of Surfaces 2007 was the fact attendance was off from last year's show. But many dealers said the eagerness of their customers improved.