Consumer Sentiment Dips but Near Multi-Year High
Ann Arbor, MI, June 14, 2013 -- The Thomson Reuters/University of Michigan June preliminary consumer sentiment index fell to 82.7 from a final reading of 84.5 in May.
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Architecture Billings Index Reverses in April
Washington, DC, June 14, 2013 -- After indicating increasing demand for design services for the better part of a year, the Architecture Billings Index reversed course in April.
J+J Flooring Has EPDs Verified by NSF
Ann Arbor, MI, June 14, 2013 -- NSF Sustainability said it has verified Environmental Product Declarations for J+J Flooring Group's Kinetex flooring product and Invision brand modular styles that use eKo backing.
C&R Flooring Moves Operations
Westwood, MA, June 14, 2013 -- Wood specialist C&R Flooring said it has moved its showroom and home office from Needham, Massachusetts to Westwood, Massachusetts.
Producer Prices Tick Higher in May
Washington, DC, June 14, 2013 -- Wholesale prices rose in May for the first time in three months, according to the Labor Department.
Retail Sales Strongest in Three Months
Washington, DC, June 13, 2013 -- Retail sales jumped 0.6% in May thanks largely to strong auto sales, according to the Commerce Department.
Dixie Group To Acquire Robertex Associates
Chattanooga, TN, June 13, 2013 -- The Dixie Group said it is in negotiations to acquire wool carpet maker Robertex Associates.
Foreclosures Up in May but Trend Still Lower
Irvine, CA, June 13, 2013 -- Completed foreclosures rose 11% nationally in May from the previous month, listing firm RealtyTrac said.
Initial Jobless Claims Fall Last Week
Washington, DC, June 13, 2013 -- First time claims for unemployment benefits fell 12,000 to 334,000 in the week ended June 8, according to the Labor Department.
QEP Unveils New Brand Identity, Updated Logo
Boca Raton, FL, June 12, 2013 -- Hardwood flooring and installation products firm Q.E.P. Co. said it has unveiled a new brand identity for its QEP-branded products.