Trade Deficit Soars on Higher Oil Imports
Washington, DC, July 12, 2011 -- The U.S. trade deficit swelled in May to the highest level in more than two and a half years, due to a big increase in oil imports.
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Six Rug Firms Moving Las Vegas Showrooms
Las Vegas, NV, July 12, 2011 -- Six rug manufacturers are moving their Las Vegas Market showrooms to World Market Center's Building B to prepare for this summer's show Aug. 1-5.
Crossville Recycling Program Gets Certified
Crossville, TN, July 11, 2011 -- Tile maker Crossville said it has become the first tile manufacturer in the U.S. to achieve certification of its waste recycling programs through Scientific Certification Systems.
Nearly Pristine Credit Required for Mortgage
New York, NY, July 11, 2011 -- Tighter lending standards are making it increasingly difficult for potential homeowners to secure a mortgage, despite historically low interest rates.
The Rug Market Opens New Headquarters
Atlanta, GA, July 11, 2011 -- The Rug Market America kicked off its 26th year in business with a brand new address and expanded footage to showcase its lines of indoor and outdoor rugs.
Construction Unemployment Edges Down
New York, NY, July 11, 2011 -- Unemployment in construction continued to edge down in June, according to statistics released last week by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Monster Index Hits Highest Level Since 2008
New York, NY, July 11, 2011 -- The Monster Employment Index in June hit its highest level since October 2008.
Housing Turn Key to Employment, Buffett Says
New York, NY, July 8, 2011 -- A housing recovery is the key to increasing employment significantly in the U.S., businessman Warren Buffett told Bloomberg News.
Teragren Founders Leave Management Roles
Bainbridge Island, WA, July 8, 2011 -- Bamboo firm Teragren said that company founders David Knight and Ann Knight are moving into consulting support roles in order to pursue other opportunities.
Stewart Hay, Founder of Glen Eden Dies
Marietta, GA, July 8, 2111 -- Stewart Hay, founder and former president of Glen Eden Wool Carpets died yesterday.