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Construction Spending Up

Washington, DC, April 3, 2006--Construction spending rose 0.8 percent in February, double expectations, as private residential spending surged 1.3 percent to a record high, offsetting a drop in public construction, a government report showed on Monday.

Liveris Named Dow Chemical Chairman

Midland, MI, April 3, 2006--Dow Chemical Co. on Monday said President and Chief Executive Andrew Liveris has added chairman of the board to his list of positions with the chemical giant.

NAHB: Home Builders Ready to Build Green

Washington, DC. April 4, 2006--Home buyers are increasingly looking at green features when choosing new homes, and the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) is making sure that builders can meet that demand.

Factory Activity Up in March

Tempe AZ, April 4, 2006--Factory activity ran at a three-month low in March, as new orders fell and a gauge of inflation showed a pick-up, according to a survey on Monday.

Sears Increases Offer for Sears Canada

Hoffman Estates, IL, April 4, 2006--Sears Holdings Corp., the nation's third-largest retailer, said Monday it is increasing its offer for Sears Canada and giving shareholders more time to accept it.

AHEC to participate at Dubai Woodshow 2006

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, April 3, 2006--Dubai Woodshow 2006, the dedicated wood and wood machinery exhibition in the Middle East, will feature an extensive American line-up.

Mohawk Shares Off $4.60 Friday

New York, NY, April 3, 2006--Shares of Mohawk Industries Inc. fell $4.60 to $80.72 Friday after the company lowered its first-quarter earnings view because of rising raw material costs.