Productivity Up 4.1% in 2004, Extending Streak
Washington, DC, February 3--Productivity increased by 4.1 percent in 2004, capping a remarkable three-year period, according to the Labor Department.
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Tarkett Commercial Inducted into Habitat for Human
Houston, TX, February 3--In recognition of its outstanding commitment to the betterment of low-income housing, Tarkett Commercial has been inducted into the prestigious Habitat for Humanity Cornerstone Council.
Lees Virginia Facility Receives ISO Certification
Kennesaw, GA, February 2--Lees Carpets' Glasgow, Va. manufacturing facility received ISO 14001:2004 certification from the International Organization for Standardization.
Sears to Move to Nasdaq After K-Mart Merger
Hoffman Estates, IL, February 3--Sears said it will change its listing to the Nasdaq Stock Market after its purchase by Kmart, ending the retailer's nearly 100-year association with the New York Stock Exchange.
January Retail Sales Mostly Solid
New York, NY, February 3—For the most part the nation’s major retailers posted solid gains in January sales. Wal-Mart however reported sales for the month that slightly missed Wall Street's expectations, after results at Sam's Club fell well belo
Linens 'n Things 4Q Earnings Off, Beat Estimat
Clifton, NJ, February 3--Linens 'n Things reported fourth quarter earnings that slipped, however results beat estimates on sales that were up 11.1 percent.
Pulte’s 4Q Earnings Increase 68%
Bloomfield Hills, MI, February 3--Pulte Homes reported fourth quarter earnings that rose 68 percent, boosted by an increase in home closings and prices.
Survey Confirms Value of IICRC Referral Service
Vancouver, WA, February 2--Does being an IICRC-Certified Firm really matter to consumers? Results of research done by The Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) suggest the answer is a resounding "Yes."
Housing Affordability Improves in 4Q
Washington, DC, February 3--Declining mortgage interest rates and rising family income improved housing affordability conditions in the fourth quarter, according to the National Association of Realtors.
Dal-Tile to Add Distribution Center in Florida
Lakeland, FL, February 2--According to the Lakeland Ledger, the Lakeland Economic Development Council has reported that the Heritage Business Center will lease 10,000 square feet of space to Dal-Tile Corp., which will use the space as a distribution cent