InterfaceFlor Names A&D Executives
LaGrange, GA, Feb. 16, 2011 -- Jennifer Busch and Vicki deVuono have been named to two new positions established to enhance the role of the architecture and design community at InterfaceFlor.
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Home Legend Products Get Greenguard OK
Adairsville, GA, Feb. 16, 2011 -- Home Legend said its product portfolio has received Greenguard Children & Schools Certification.
Poll Shows Americans Growing More Optimistic
New York, NY, Feb. 16, 2011 -- Most Americans believe the U.S. is still in a recession, but they are more optimistic about the future, according to a new CBS News poll.
Higher Rates Soften Mortgage Demand
Washington, DC, Feb. 16, 2011 -- Mortgage application volume dropped last week as high interest rates continued to soften demand for refinancing, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association.
Industrial Production Declines Unexpectedly
Washington, DC, Feb. 16, 2011 -- U.S. industrial production declined unexpectedly, according to a Federal Reserve report.
Wholesale Prices Increase Again in January
Washington, DC, Feb. 16, 2011 -- U.S. wholesale prices rose again in January, the Labor Department reported.
Armstrong Closing NC Engineered Hardwood Plant
Statesville, NC, Feb. 15, 2011 -- Armstrong is idling production of engineered hardwood flooring at its Statesville plant in April.
Consumer Confidence Surges in January
New York, NY, Feb. 15, 2011 -- The Conference Board’s index of U.S. consumer confidence rose more than expected in January.
Builder Sentiment Holds Steady in February
Washington, DC, Feb. 15, 2011 -- Homebuilder confidence remained unchanged at 16 for a fourth consecutive month in February, according to the National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index.
Retail Sales Increase Less Than Expected
Washington, DC, Feb. 15, 2011 -- U.S. retail sales rose less than forecast in January, weighed down by declining demand at building material stores and restaurants, according to the Commerce Department.