Greenbuild Accepting Proposals for 2019 Show
Atlanta, GA, November 28, 2018--Greenbuild 2019 is currently accepting proposals from industry experts eager to share their knowledge and expertise.
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Magnificent Carpets Awards Now Accepting Entries for 2019
Atlanta, GA, November 28, 2018-Rug manufacturers are invited to submit their top rug designs to be considered for the 2019 America’s Magnificent Carpets Awards, held during The Atlanta International Area Rug Market.
Young Professional Award Accepting Nominations
Chattanooga, TN, November 26, 2018-The Young Professional award is now accepting nominations for 2019.
Shaw Recognized by Ethical Corporation for Inclusivity
Dalton, GA, November 27, 2018—As a finalist, Shaw was recognized by Ethical Corporation at its ninth-annual Responsible Business Awards for promoting a corporate culture of diversity and inclusion.
Home Prices Rose 5.5% YOY in September, Says Case-Shiller
New York, NY, November 27, 2018-Home prices posted a 5.5% annual gain in September, down from 5.7% in the previous month, according to the S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller U.S. National Home Price NSA Index.
Shannon Announces New Partnership with Premier, Inc.
Milwaukee, WI, November 27, 2018—Shannon Specialty Floors has been re-awarded a national group purchasing contract in the architectural: flooring products and services category with Premier, Inc.
CBP Investigating Five Firms for Suspicion of Evading Tariffs
Washington, DC, November 26, 2018--U.S. Customs & Border Protection has initiated a hardwood plywood circumvention action, according to the Decorative Hardwoods Association.
AIA's 2030 Commitment Announces Progress in Carbon Reductions
Chicago, IL, November 26, 2018-Architects and engineers participating in the 2030 Commitment program are making strides in reducing carbon in designs, according to a report released by the American Institute of Architects (AIA).
Existing-Home Sales Rose 1.4% in October
Washington, DC, November 21, 2018-Total existing-home sales increased 1.4% from September to a seasonally adjusted rate of 5.22 million in October, according to the National Association of Realtors.
Consumer Sentiment Falls 1.1% in November
Ann Arbor, MI, November 21, 2018—Consumer sentiment fell 1.1% to 97.5 in November, from October’s 98.6 rate, according to final results from the University of Michigan Survey of Consumers.