Manufacturing Continued To Expand in February
New York, NY, March 1, 2010--The U.S. manufacturing sector expanded in February but at a slower rate than was expected, according to the Institute for Supply Management.
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U.S. Construction Falls to Near Seven-Year Low
Washington, DC, March 1, 2010--U.S. construction spending in January fell to its lowest level since June 2003, hurt by a decrease in private nonresidential spending.
NALFA Develops Laminate Installation Video
Washington, DC, March 1, 2010--The North American Laminate Flooring Association has developed a video to guide proper laminate flooring installation.
Personal Spending Up More Than Incomes
Washington, DC, March 1, 2010--The commerce Department said that personal spending jumped by a larger amount than expected in January, although incomes didn't keep pace.
Oriental Weavers Buys Textile Firm
Cairo, Egypt, March 1, 2010--Egyptian carpetmaker Oriental Weavers said it will buy land and assets of a startup textile firm as demand in its export markets picks up.
Flooring Warehouse Destroyed in Fire
Ellijay, GA, March 1, 2010--A fire destroyed a carpet and flooring warehouse in Gilmer County, according to reports.
NCSU Gives Capel Award for State Growth
Troy, NC, March 1, 2010--Capel Inc. said that it was recently honored by the North Carolina State University Industrial Extension Service as a recipient of the "1B4NC" award.
Some Economists Predict Severe Housing Shortage
Washington, DC, March 1, 2010--Some economists are beginning to warn that a significant housing shortage may be on the horizon.
J&J Wins GSA's Evergreen Award
Dalton, GA, Feb. 25, 2010--J&J Industries said it has won the 2009 Evergreen Award from the General Services Administration.
Bernanke Says Deficit Reduction Plan Necessary
Washington, DC, Feb. 26, 2010--Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke said lawmakers need to develop a credible plan to deal with the medium-term deficit or there could be consequences for the economy.