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Chain Store Sales Up Last Week

New York, February 15--Chain store retail sales rose in the latest week, as increased customer traffic at discount and department stores continues to drive sales, a retail report said on Tuesday.

Homebuilders Shares Decline on Analyst Report

New York, February 14—-A Smith Barney Citigroup analyst on Friday cut his ratings on six homebuilders, expressing doubts that a recent sector-wide advance will support higher valuations while mortgage rates remain at historic lows.

Reducing Mold in Homes and Commercial Buildings

Vancouver, CA, February 14--Mold infestation in a new home or commercial building is common. The mold problem can cause severe health problems for occupants as well as substantially reduce the fair market value of the structure.

Canadian Factory Shipments Off

Ottawa, ON, February 14--A recent sharp fall in petroleum prices cut the value of Canadian factory shipments in December by 0.2 percent from November, Statistics Canada said on Monday.

Bissell Upright Carpet Cleaners Recalled

Washington, D.C., February 14--The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announced the following recall in voluntary cooperation with Bissell. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.