Second Week of June Officially Deemed "Design Week" in Chicago
Chicago, IL, June 2, 2025-- The City of Chicago has released a proclamation declaring the second week of June the official design week for the city, reports Dezeen.
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WFCA Adds Larry Flick and Darren Harrison as Vice Chairs
Dalton, GA, June 2, 2025––The World Floor Covering Association (WFCA) announced the appointment of flooring industry veterans Larry Flick and Darren Harrison to its executive committee.
Lititz Flooring Company Announces Two Promotions
Lititz, PA, June 2, 2025—Lititz Flooring Company has announced key leadership positions amid sustained growth of the AVA and Capri Collections Brands: Travis Whipple as vice president of sales and Daniel Ortiz as director of technical services.
Total Solutions Plus Rebrands as Tile Solutions Plus
Glen Ellyn, IL, June 2, 2025—Total Solutions Plus has rebranded to Tile Solutions Plus with a new logo, colors and website.
Consumer Sentiment Flat in May at 52.2
Ann Arbor, MI, May 30, 2025—Consumer sentiment was flat in May at 52.2, according to final results from the University of Michigan Survey of Consumers.
Personal Income Rose 0.8% in April, Spending Up 0.2%
Washington, DC, May 30, 2025—Personal income increased $210.1 billion (0.8% at a monthly rate) in April, according to estimates released by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
Rental Absorption Rate Remained Below 50% in Q4 2024
Seattle, WA, May 30, 2025—Less than half (49%) of newly built apartments completed in the fourth quarter of 2024 were rented within three months, up slightly from 47% the previous quarter, reports Redfin.
AHF Names Brent Emore CEO
Mountville, PA, May 29, 2025—AHF Products, a manufacturer of hard surface flooring in North America and portfolio company of Paceline Equity Partners, announced the appointment of Brent Emore as chief executive officer, effective immediately.
GDP Declined 0.2% in Q1 2025, According to Second Estimate
Washington, DC, May 29, 2025—Real gross domestic product (GDP) decreased at an annual rate of 0.2% in Q1 2025 (January, February, and March), according to the second estimate released by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
Pending Home Sales Declined 6.3% in April
Washington, DC, May 29, 2025—Pending home sales decreased 6.3% in April, according to the National Association of Realtors.