Today's Flooring News

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Dillard's Losses Narrow in 2Q

Little Rock, AR, August 18--Dillard's Inc. on Wednesday reported a narrower quarterly loss as it cut costs, but a drop in same-store sales caused the latest results to miss Wall Street's estimates by a wide margin.

Target Eyeing Hudson's Bay

Minneapolis, MN, August 16--Target Corp. may be nearing a deal to buy part or all of Canadian retailing giant Hudson's Bay in a deal that could be worth nearly $860 million, according to a published report.

Economists Cut GDP Forecasts

New York, August 13--Economists slashed their forecasts for third-quarter growth, but they see the weakness as short-lived and anticipate job growth ahead, according to the latest Wall Street Journal Online economic-forecasting survey.

Federated Upbeat About 2nd Half

Cincinnati, OH, August 12--Federated Department Stores reported stronger sales during the three months through the end of July and the retailer said it has seen an encouraging response to its early fall merchandise in recent weeks.

Carpet One Names New Ad Agency

Manchester, NH, August 9--Carpet One has announced a new agency partnership with Columbus-based Ten United. After a three-month review, Carpet One selected Ten United to replace its previous agency Doner.

Columbia Flooring to Double Capacity at Danville P

Danville, VA, August 2-- Columbia Flooring today announced plans to invest $13.5 million in an expansion of its Danville engineered hardwood flooring plant that will ultimately double the facility's production capability.

Fed's 'Beige Book' Reveals Expansion

Washington, DC, June 17--The economic recovery broadened in April and May as most regions of the country reported stronger factory production, robust retail sales and faster job growth, but inflation remained tame, the Federal Reserve said.