Atlanta Rug Market Scheduled January 10-13
Atlanta, GA, Dec. 14, 2012 -- The 2013 Atlanta International Area Rug Market featuring the National Oriental Rug Show runs Jan. 10-13.
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Foreclosure Activity Down, but Repossessions Rise
Irvine, CA, Dec. 13, 2012 -- The number of homes entering the foreclosure process in November was at its lowest level since December 2006, according to tracking firm RealtyTrac.
Initial Jobless Claims Fall Sharply
Washington, DC, Dec. 13, 2012 -- Initial claims for unemployment benefits declined more than forecast last week to the lowest level since early October, according to the Labor Department.
Retail Sales Rise in November
Washington, DC, Dec. 13, 2012 -- Retail sales rose in November, according to the Commerce Department.
Pergo Signs Licensing Agreement With Framerica
New York, NY, Dec. 13, 2012 -- Pergo LLC, along with its affiliate, Pergo (Europe) AB, said it has signed a licensing agreement with Framerica Corporation of Yaphank, New York.
Mortgage Application Volume Rises
Washington, DC, Dec. 13, 2012 -- Mortgage application volume last week rose 5.9% from the prior week, the Mortgage Bankers Association said.
Crude Oil Futures Edge Higher
Hong Kong, China, December 12, 2012--Crude oil futures edged towards the $86/barrel level Wednesday, according to The Wall Street Journal.
Ardex Celebrating Safety Milestones
Aliquippa, Pennsylvania, December 12, 2012--Ardex America's Aliquippa manufacturing and distribution center is celebrating two safety milestones: two years with no OSHA recordable incidents and nine years with no lost time injuries.
Job Openings Rose In October
Washington, D.C., December 12, 2012--Job openings rose to 3.68 million in October, according to the Labor Department.
Employment Trends Index Drops
New York, New York, December 11, 2012--The Conference Board's Employment Trends Index decreased slightly in November to 107.82.