Oil Futures Rise by Largest One-Day Gain Since 2009
Geneva, CH, August 31, 2015—Oil futures rose by more than 10% on August 27, according to Marketwatch, the largest one-day gain since 2009.
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Houzz Releases 2015 U.S. Bedroom Trends Survey
Palo Alto, CA, August 28, 2015—Houzz has released the 2015 U.S. Bedroom Trends Survey, which found that 38% of survey participants listed hardwood as the top flooring choice for their master bedroom, while another 30% listed carpet.
Shaw Contract Group Opens Singapore Showroom
Singapore, SI, August 28, 2015—Shaw Contract Group recently opened its new regional showroom in Singapore in the central region.
Carpets of Dalton Founder Dies at 78
Dalton, GA, August 27, 2015—Carpets of Dalton founder, Lamar Hennon died on Tuesday, August 25 at the age of 78 at his home in Georgia.
M S International Completes New Distribution Center
Edison, NJ, August 28, 2015—M S International Inc. has announced the completion of its expanded distribution center in Edison, New Jersey.
Ornek Heat Setting USA Holds Ribbon Cutting for New Offices
Dalton, GA, August 28, 2015—Ornek Machine Company held a ribbon cutting and luncheon at the new offices of Ornek Heat Setting USA in Dalton, Georgia on August 27.
Multifamily Production Index Increases for 14th Consecutive Quarter
Washington, DC, August 28, 2015—The Multifamily Production Index (MPI), released by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), increased one point to a level of 55 for the second quarter of 2015.
Gerflor USA Releases Results of Design Immersion Getaway Promotion
Bensenville, IL, August 28, 2015—Gerflor USA has revealed the top ten designs selected by designers in the recent Creation Collection Design Immersion Getaway promotion.
Personal Income & Disposable Personal Income Both Rose in July
Washington, DC, August 28, 2015—Personal income increased $67.1 billion, or 0.4%, and disposable personal income (DPI) increased $61.5 billion, or 0.5%, in July, according to the Bureau of Economic Analysis.
Välinge Signs Licensing Agreement with Jiangsu Mingle Flooring Co.
Viken, SE, August 28, 2015—Välinge has signed a non-exclusive license agreement with Chinese company Jiangsu Mingle Flooring Co., Ltd for the use of the 2G/5G locking system for its engineered wood flooring.