Florida Changes Workers' Comp Law
Orlando, FL, Nov. 26--During 20 years in business for himself, Orlando tradesman Bill Miller has earned a decent living, mostly by doing repairs and other small drywall work,
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National Vacancy Rates Stabilize
Boston, MA, Nov. 26--In a sign that commercial real estate markets have begun to stabilize, the national vacancy rate remained unchanged at 16.3% during the third quarter of 2003.
Durable-Goods Orders Up
Washington, DC, Nov. 26--American manufacturers saw orders for big-ticket items jump in October by the largest amount in 15 months.
Consumer Confidence Highest In 14 Months
New York, NY, Nov. 25--Consumer confidence surged to its highest level in over a year, exceeding economists' rosy expectations, as consumers grew more hopeful about the job market, a report said Tuesday.
Average Home Sale Price Rises
New York, NY, Nov. 26--The Federal Housing Finance Board on Tuesday said the average single-family home purchase price rose to $243,756 in October from $235,717 a year earlier.
Corporate Profits Up
Washington, DC, Nov. 25--The U.S. Commerce Department reported Tuesday that corporate profits rose 30%, the largest year-over-year change in 19 years, in the third quarter.
Mohawk Completes Lees Expense Analysis
Calhoun, GA, Nov. 24--Mohawk Industries Inc. said it completed its analysis and calculation of incremental depreciation and amortization expense for fiscal 2004 in connection with its acquisition of Lees Carpet.
Tricycle Develops Sampling Program For Durkan
Chattanooga, TN, Nov. 25--Tricycle, Inc., a leader in surface simulation and design technology, has announced the launch of Durkan Commercial’s “Digital Carpet Studio," developed through Tricycle’s proprietary SIM+Factory service.
Consumers File Suit vs. Home Depot, Lowe's
New York, NY, Nov. 25--Home Depot Inc. and Lowe's Cos. are facing purported class-action lawsuits alleging their promotions offering payment and interest-free periods on purchases made with in-store credit cards actually force consumers to pay much mo
Dow Chemical Sues Four Companies For Price Fixing
Midland, MI, Nov. 25--Dow Chemical Co. has sued four chemical shipping companies, accusing them of stifling competition by fixing prices and rigging bids, according to a court filing.