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Business Inventories Rise Slightly in March

Business Inventories Rise Slightly in March

Washington, DC, May 14, 2015—Business inventories edged up 0.1% in March, following a downwardly revised 0.2% gain in February, while sales recorded the biggest gain in eight months, according to the Commerce Department.

Retail Sales Remain Stagnant in April

Retail Sales Remain Stagnant in April

Washington, DC, May 13, 2015—Retail sales rose only 0.9% in April, according to the Commerce Department, indicating that Americans are still reluctant to spend.

Orcon Awards Prizes to High-Achieving Apprentices

Orcon Awards Prizes to High-Achieving Apprentices

Santa Fe Springs, CA, May 13, 2015—At the Southern California Floor Covering JATC meeting, Fernando Arellano, an apprentice, was awarded with over $1,500 of Orcon carpet installation tools in recognition of his exceptional academic achievements.