Import & Export Prices Both Declined in November
Washington, DC, December 13, 2018--U.S. import prices declined 1.6% in November, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported, following a 0.5% rise the previous month.
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Novalis Announces Partnership with Install
Toronto, ON, December 13, 2018--Novalis Innovative Flooring has announced its partnership with Install-a membership organization representing more than 100 manufacturers in floorcovering.
Durkan Launches 2019 dscvr Student Design Competition
Calhoun, GA, December 13, 2018-Durkan, the hospitality flooring brand of Mohawk Group, is now accepting artwork submissions for the dscvr Student Design Competition, its annual hospitality design contest.
WFCA Focuses on Taxes, Labor & Health Ins. in DC Lobby Efforts
Dalton, GA, December 13, 2018—The World Floor Covering Association continues its efforts to ensure that members are represented and their voices heard in Washington, DC.
Domotex Extends Entry Period for World Tour Sweepstakes
Hannover, DE, December 13, 2018-Domotex has extended the entry period for its Domotex asia/Chinafloor World Tour Sweepstakes.
Consumer Prices Held Steady in November
Washington, DC, December 12, 2018—The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) was unchanged in November on a seasonally adjusted basis after rising 0.3% in October, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported.
Välinge Files Patent Infringement Suit Against Oneflor Europe
Viken, Sweden, December 12, 2018—Välinge has filed a lawsuit for patent infringement against the Belgian entity Oneflor Europe. The lawsuit, filed in the District Court of Mannheim in Germany, asserts unauthorized use of Välinge’s patented technology.
Dodge Momentum Index Rose 5.3% in November
New York, NY, December 12, 2018-The Dodge Momentum Index moved 5.3% higher in November to 159.7 from the revised October reading of 151.7.
Orian Launches Sister Line Targeting Specialty Retailer
Anderson, SC, December 11, 2018-Orian Rugs has launched a sister line called Palmetto Living, reports Furniture Today.
Small Business Optimism Sank in November
Washington, DC, December 11, 2018—Small business optimism posted a modest decline in November with a reading of 104.8, while continuing its exceptionally strong two-year trend, according to the NFIB Small Business Optimism Index.