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Q2 GDP Revised Up to 4.2%

Q2 GDP Revised Up to 4.2%

Washington, DC, August 29, 2018—Real gross domestic product (GDP) increased at an annual rate of 4.2% in the second quarter of 2018, according to the second estimate released by the Bureau of Economic Analysis.

Pending Home Sales Fell 0.7% in July

Pending Home Sales Fell 0.7% in July

Washington, DC, August 29, 2018—The Pending Home Sales Index decreased 0.7% to 106.2 in July from 107.0 in June, according to the National Association of Realtors.

Lowe's Names David Denton CFO

Lowe's Names David Denton CFO

Mooresville, NC, August 29, 2018—Lowe’s has announced the appointment of David M. Denton as executive vice president, chief financial officer.

Virginia Tile Expands Ohio Showroom

Virginia Tile Expands Ohio Showroom

Warrensville Heights, OH, August 29, 2018—Virginia Tile Company—a Midwest-based distributor of ceramic tile and natural stone products, with headquarters in Livonia, Michigan—announced the opening of its new showroom in Warrensville Heights, Ohio.

Beaulieu Flooring Solutions Looking Towards Growth

Beaulieu Flooring Solutions Looking Towards Growth

Wielsbeke, Belgium, August 28, 2018—After ten months at the helm, Beaulieu Flooring Solutions’ vice president James Neuling is introducing a more performance-driven approach to transform the division well beyond a billion Euro in the next few years.

Mohawk Hosts Birthday Events for Karastan's 90th

Mohawk Hosts Birthday Events for Karastan's 90th

Calhoun, GA, August 28, 2018-Mohawk celebrated the 90th birthday of Karastan, inviting employees and family members to visit the manufacturing facility on August 26 for plant tours, refreshments, photo opportunities and games.

Dave Snedeker Named EVP of Bob's Carpet & Flooring

Dave Snedeker Named EVP of Bob's Carpet & Flooring

Tampa Bay, FL, August 28, 2018—Dave Snedeker, former division merchandise manager of flooring at Nebraska Furniture Mart, has been named executive vice president of Bob’s Carpet & Flooring of Tampa Bay, Florida.