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Karachi, Pakistan, September 18, 2006--The country's carpet export target has been missed by approximately $26 million, set for the last financial year (2005-06) due to inefficient marketing strategy and increased market share of China, India, and Afg
Neenah, WI, September 15, 2006--Flooring and interiors retailer H.J. Martin & Son opened its first retail store outside of the Green Bay area today, according to the Green Bay Press-Gazette.
Auckland, New Zealand, September 13, 2006--The New Zealand Stock Exchange has allowed Feltex to delay the release of its annual results until next Monday.
Hoffman Estates, IL, September 13, 2006--Sears will differentiate itself from other retailers this fall by launching new television advertising featuring customers talking candidly about real experiences and real purchases they have made at Sears.
Chicago, IL, September 11, 2006--Chicago Mayor Richard Daley on Monday vetoed a "living wage" ordinance that would require large retailers such as Wal-Mart and Target to pay escalating hourly pay and benefits.
Ottawa, Ontario, September 11, 2006--Canadian industries cut back their production capacity use in the second quarter to 85.5 percent.
Washington, DC, September 8, 2006--Federated Department Stores Inc., sold or agreed to sell 63 stores as of Thursday, according to its quarterly report filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Bethany CT, September 8, 2006--Laticrete International founder and chairman emeritus, Dr. Henry M. Rothberg, will be inducted into the Ceramic Tile Distributors Association (CTDA) Hall of Fame.
Grand Rapids, MI, September 7, 2006--Office furniture maker Steelcase said it has acquired privately held health care furnishings manufacturer Softcare Innovations Inc.
Washington, DC, September 7, 2006--The number of new filings for state unemployment benefits fell by 9,000 to 310,000 in the week ending Sept. 2, according to the Labor Department.