Shaw Announces Price Incease on Imported LVT
Dalton, GA, May 15, 2019—On May 14, Shaw announced a minimum of a 7% price increase on imported LVT.
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Builder Confidence Rises to 66 in May
Washington, DC, May 15, 2019-Builder confidence in the market for newly-built single-family homes rose three points to 66 in May, according to the latest National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI).
Chinese Currency Negatively Impacted by Trade War
New York, NY, May 15, 2019—The trade war is having a negative impact on China's currency, reports the Wall Street Journal.
April Retail Sales Up 3.1% YOY
Washington, DC, May 15, 2019—Advance estimates of U.S. retail and food services sales for April 2019 were $513.4 billion, a decrease of 0.2% from the previous month, but 3.1% above April 2018, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.
Industrial Production Slipped 0.5% in April
Washington, DC, May 15, 2019-Industrial production fell 0.5% in April, and the rates of change for previous months were revised down on net, according to the Federal Reserve.
HD Expo Kicks Off Today in Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV, May 15, 2019—HD Expo kicks off today in Las Vegas, Nevada at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center.
Veterans Affairs Adopts Install Specification for Resilient Sheet
Glassboro, NJ, May 15, 2019—The United States Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), one of the largest sources of construction jobs in the country, has adopted a fourth Install specification into its Master Construction Specifications.
Mohawk Takes Home Three 2019 Stevie Awards
Calhoun, GA, May 15, 2019—Mohawk Industries recently received three 2019 American Business Awards for initiatives that embrace and put into action the company’s dedication to its specialty retail partners and its ongoing commitment to sustainability.
Mid Atlantic Floor Covering Assoc. Hosting Charity Golf Outing
Fredricksburg, VA, May 15, 2019—The Mid Atlantic Floor Covering Association will host its annual golf outing on June 26.
AmericasMart Reports on Showroom Activity Prior to June Show
Atlanta, GA, May 15, 2019—Twenty-two showrooms are opening new locations, reimagining their spaces or renewing their leases in preparation for The Atlanta International Gift at Home Furnishings Market, July 9 to 15.