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Today's Flooring News
Keep up to date with the most recent news in the flooring industry. Today's News...As it happens! We update this news several times a day so you can stay connected.
Import Prices Rose 0.9% in August
Washington, DC, September 15, 2020—U.S. import prices rose 0.9% in August, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported, following advances of 1.2% in July and 1.4% in June.
Gartman, Developer of Distribution Software, Celebrating 40 Years
Sheridan, AR, September 15, 2020-2020 marks the 40th anniversary for Gartman.
Industrial Production Increased by 0.4% in August
Washington, DC, September 15, 2020—Industrial production rose 0.4% in August for its fourth consecutive monthly increase, according to the Federal Reserve.
AIA Adds Three New Members to Board of Directors
Washington, DC, September 14, 2020-Three new leaders have been elected to The American Institute of Architects’ (AIA) board of directors, to serve terms beginning in 2021.
Remote Work Spurs Growth of "Zoom Towns"
Washington, DC, September 14, 2020-With the increase in remote work amid COVID, some off-the-beaten-path and seasonal vacation towns are seeing an influx of residents, and home prices are rising, reports NPR.
CCA Global Named One of the Best Companies to Work for in NH
Manchester, NH, September 14, 2020-CCA Global Partners was recognized on the 2020 Best Companies to Work for in New Hampshire by Business NH Magazine, securing the #6 position.
Flooring Giant Peter Spirer of Horizon Industries and Max Woods Has Died
Adairsville, GA, September 11, 2020-Industry veteran Peter Spirer died September 11.
U.S. Rebounding from COVID Downturn More Quickly than Expected
New York, NY, September 11, 2020-The U.S. economy and labor market are recovering from the coronavirus-related downturn more quickly than previously expected, economists said in a monthly survey, reported by the Wall Street Journal.
Consumer Prices Rose 0.4% in August
Washington, DC, September 11, 2020—The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) increased 0.4% in August on a seasonally adjusted basis after rising 0.6% in July, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported.