Merchant Wholesaler Sales Rose 0.5% in May
Washington, DC, July 12, 2016— May 2016 sales of merchant wholesalers were $435.5 billion, up 0.5% from the revised April level, but were down 2.5% from the May 2015 level, the U.S. Census Bureau announced.
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Redi Carpet Named to Houston's Top 100 Private Companies List
Stafford, TX, July 12, 2016—Redi Carpet was named to Houston's Top 100 Private Companies List by the Houston Chronicle.
Small Business Optimism Saw Negligible Increase in June
Nashville, TN, July 12, 2016—The Index of Small Business Optimism rose seven-tenths of a point in June to 94.5, a negligible increase, according to the National Federation of Independent Business.
Schönox Worst Subfloor Contest Now Underway
Florence, AL, July 12, 2016—The third annual Schönox Worst Subfloor Contest opened with the starting-gun phrase, Worst Case Scenario, You Win!
Number of Job Openings Fell to 5.5 Million in May
Washington, DC, July 12, 2016—The number of job openings decreased to 5.5 million on the last business day of May, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics has reported.
The Atlanta International Area Rug Market Opens Tomorrow
Atlanta, GA, July 12, 2016—The Atlanta International Area Rug Market begins tomorrow in Atlanta’s AmericasMart.
Tile of Spain Expands Quick Ship Collection
Miami, FL, July 12, 2016—Tile of Spain, the international brand representing 125 ceramic tile manufacturers belonging to the Spanish Ceramic Tile Manufacturers' Association, announces new additions to the Tile of Spain Quick Ship Collection.
Shaw Releases 2015 Sustainability Report
Dalton, GA, July 11, 2016—Shaw Industries’ 2015 Sustainability Report continues the company’s legacy of transparency through the disclosure of key metrics and progress against its goals.
Ardex Names Winners of Choose Your Experience Flexbone Sweepstakes
Aliquippa, PA, July 12, 2016- Ardex Americas is pleased to announce the two grand prize winners and five first prize and for the Choose Your Experience Flexbone Sweepstakes.
Bamboo Hardwoods Announces Ownership Changes
Seattle, WA, July 11, 2016—Bamboo Hardwoods has announced new ownership through a buyout from its existing management and manufacturing partner.