Trade Deficit Narrows
Washington, DC, September 13, 2005—The U.S. trade deficit declined slightly in July even though oil imports climbed to an all-time high.
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PPI Flat Except for Food and Energy
Washington, DC, September 13, 2005—The Producer Price Index, driven by rising energy prices, rose 0.6 percent in August, compared to a 1 percent increase in July.
Oklahoma Retailer Opens New Location
Tulsa, OK, Sepember 13, 2005---A new Mill Creek Carpet and Tile location officially opened Friday inside Evans Rooms Today, according to Tulsa World.
Chain Store Sales Off Last Week
New York, NY, September 13, 2005--Chain store retail sales fell in the latest week, as higher energy prices forced consumers to cut back on nonessential purchases, a retail report said on Tuesday.
DuPont Warns of Price Hikes
Wilmington, DL, September 13, 2005--DuPont said it plans to raise prices for all of its products in response to rapidly increasing costs for energy and feedstocks.
Hiring Confidence Among Employers Expected to Cont
Milwaukee, WI, September 13, 2005--Employers are unwavering in their hiring confidence for the fourth quarter of 2005, according to the seasonally adjusted results of the latest Manpower Employment Outlook Survey.
Industry Delegation to Participate in Beijing Exhi
Kneeland, CA, September 12--A Flooring Industry Delegation representing firms in the US and Canada will participate in the 6th China International Floor Coverings & Carpet Fair being held at the Chinese International Exhibition Center in Beijing Septembe
Mohawk Sets Dates for 3rd Annual Mohawk Anniversar
Dalton, GA, September 12, 2005--This year, Mohawk Anniversary Month promises to be the biggest ever.
RugBird.com's Online Marketplace for Oriental
Fresh Meadows, NY, September 12, 2005--Oriental rug sellers can start their online rug store instantly with "Ready to Run Online Rug Business" tools at RugBird.com.
Armstrong Recognized for Contributing to Indoor Ai
Lancaster, PA, September 12, 2005--Armstrong commercial and residential resilient floor products, including vinyl sheet, vinyl tile, vinyl composition tile (VCT) and linoleum, all have been certified to meet stringent air quality requirements for low emit