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Lahore, Pakistan, September 13-- According to latest figures released by the State Bank, carpet exports from Pakistan declined from $19.6 million in July 2004 to $15.6 million in August 2004, denoting a fall of about 20 percent.
New York, September 10--Economists continue to pare their forecasts for hiring and economic growth as high oil prices and other uncertainties sap confidence among businesses.
Kabul, Afghanistan, September 9--War in Afghanistan drove the carpet weavers into exile in Pakistan, peace has drawn these refugees home.
Baltimore, MD, September 8—According to a home improvement study, consumers are more likely to take on home improvement projects themselves.
Washington, September 3--The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) invites home builders, remodelers, developers, nonprofits, academics, industry experts and others involved in green building efforts to submit entries for the 2005 National Green Bu
Dallas TX, September 7 --Pricing information for Surfaces 2005 was incorrect in a news item posted here last week.
Atlanta, GA, September 2—Axminster’s new Heritage Collection is inspired by the British Galleries of London’s Victoria & Albert Museum.
Washington, September 1--Construction spending climbed in July as outlays grew on residential building, while spending in June was revised higher.
New York, August 31--Chain store sales in the final week of August finished lower, due partly to high gasoline prices and hurricanes, pushing down expectations for monthly sales results, a report said on Tuesday.
Manchester, NH, August 30--Flooring America's commitment to building a national brand has inspired an additional 200 members to sign up for its Star Service program since the retail floorcovering cooperative's last convention in March.