Business Productivity Surges in Third Quarter
Washington, DC, Nov. 3, 2011 -- Business productivity surged 3.1% in the third quarter, according to the Labor Department.
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Dover Rug & Home Builds New Showroom
Natick, MA, Nov. 3, 2011 -- Dover Rug & Home has built a new facility in Natick and is in its last stages of construction.
Mullican To Expand Tennessee Operations
Johnson City, TN, Nov. 2, 2011 -- Hardwood flooring maker Mullican Flooring said it will expand its operations in Johnson City.
Private Sector Employment Rises in October
Washington, DC, Nov. 2, 2011 -- Private-sector employment increased in October, according to the ADP employment report released Wednesday.
Planned Job Cuts Fall Sharply in October
Chicago, IL, Nov. 2, 2011 -- The number of planned job cuts in the U.S. fell 63% to 42,759, the lowest level since June, according to outplacement firm Challenger, Gray & Christmas.
Remodeling Activity Declines in Third Quarter
Washington, DC, Nov. 2, 2011 -- Remodeling and replacement activity nationally declined in the third quarter, according to the Residential Remodeling Index by Hanley Wood.
Mortgage Application Volume Edges Up
New York, NY, Nov. 2, 2011 -- Mortgage application volume was little changed last week as purchase demand improved but refinancing activity dipped, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association.
Oxi Fresh Recognized for Growth
Lakewood, CO, Nov. 2, 2011 -- Carpet cleaning franchise Oxi Fresh was listed as a Top 100 company for Consumer Products and Services in the September issue of Inc. Magazine's Annual "Inc. 500/5000" list.
Construction Spending Rises in September
Washington, DC, Nov. 1, 2011 -- Construction spending rose 0.2% in September, the Commerce Department reported Tuesday.
Manufacturing Expands for 27th Straight Month
Tempe, AZ, Nov. 1, 2011 -- Economic activity in the manufacturing sector expanded in October for the 27th consecutive month, according to the latest Manufacturing ISM Report On Business.