NRI Industries and Mer-Krete Form Alliance
Toronto, Ontario, Canada, July 19, 2006--With 114 years of experience between them, it’s safe to say NRI Industries and Mer-Krete Systems have their fingers on the pulse of their respective industries.
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Stanley Furniture 2Q Earnings Drop
Stanleytown, VA, July 18, 2006--Stanley Furniture reported second-quarter earnings that dropped 32 percent due to sluggish sales and projected continued declines for the rest of the year.
NRF: Consumer Spending Cooling
Washington, DC, July 18, 2006--According to the National Retail Federation (NRF), retail industry sales for June (which exclude automobiles, gas stations, and restaurants) rose 6.7 percent over last year and increased 0.2 percent seasonally adjusted over
World's Oldest Carpet Shown in a London Galler
London, England, July 18, 2006--Prince Charles will open the Jameel Gallery of Islamic Art at the Victoria and Albert Museum on Tuesday, and the world's oldest dated carpet, and one of the largest, will be among the highlights.
The Design Gallery Featured at Las Vegas Market Su
Las Vegas, NZ, July 13, 2006--Many retail buyers report that they visit Las Vegas Market for inspiration at the Design Gallery, a showcase for progressive design.
Ethan Allen Affirms Earnings Guidance
Danbury, CT, July 12, 2006--Ethan Allen Interiors reaffirmed its fourth-quarter and full-year earnings guidance and said annual sales topped $1 billion for the first time.
Service Sector Expansion Growth Slows
Tempe, AZ, July 6, 2006--The service sector of the economy expanded in June, but at a slower pace than in May, according to a monthly survey of supply managers released Thursday.
Feltex Loses Investment Suitor
Wellington, New Zealand, July 5, 2006--An unidentified investor, believed to be Talley's Fisheries, has pulled out of a deal to recapitalize struggling carpet maker Feltex.
Growth in Manufacturing Slows in June
Tempe, AZ, July 3, 2006--The manufacturing sector grew at a slower than expected pace in June, the Institute for Supply Management reported Monday.
Brussels Carpet Center Aims to Raise Awareness of
Brussels, Belgium, July 3, 2006--An Iranian businessman in Belgium has launched a self-initiative to promote not only the sale but also the history, art and value of Iranian carpets in Europe.