Manufacturing Contracts in New York Region
New York, NY, May 15, 2013 -- Manufacturing in the New York region unexpectedly contracted in May, according to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York.
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Arboritec VP of Marketing Leaves Firm
Greenwood Village, CO, May 15, 2013 -- Hardwood floor finish firm Arboritec USA said that Gerry Mueller has left his position as vice president of marketing to resume his marketing consulting business.
Raskin Industries Wins Adex Awards
Boca Raton, FL, May 14, 2013 -- Luxury vinyl tile supplier Raskin Industries was recently honored with a pair of ADEX awards.
Housing Affordability Still Near Historic Highs
Washington, DC, May 14, 2013 -- Nationwide housing affordability held near historic highs in this year’s first quarter, according to the National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Housing Opportunity Index.
Business Inventories Unchanged in March
Washington, DC, May 14, 2013 -- Business inventories were unchanged in March for a second straight month, according to the Commerce Department.
Import Prices Fall as Oil Drops
Washington, DC, May 14, 2013 -- In another sign that inflation will remain tame, import prices fell in April due to a drop in oil costs, according to the Labor Department.
Bentley Prince Street Changes Name to 'Bentley'
Los Angeles, CA, May 13, 2013 –- Bentley Prince Street has changed its name to Bentley, reflecting a comprehensive new branding strategy that includes returning to its original name.
Home Prices Continue To Rise in First Quarter
Washington, DC, May 13, 2013 -- Metropolitan area median home prices continued to rise in the first quarter, with the national gain showing the best year-over-year performance in over seven years.
Retail Sales in April Rise Unexpectedly
Washington, DC, May 13, 2013 -- U.S. retail sales unexpectedly rose 0.1% in April, according to the Commerce Department.
CFI Installation Convention Set Aug. 22-24
Kansas City, MO, May 13, 2013 -- The CFI Flooring Installation Convention will be held Aug. 22-24 in Baltimore.