Home Prices Rise Again in September
Washington, DC, Nov. 27, 2012 -- Home prices rose in September for the sixth month, according to the S&P/Case-Shiller home-price index.
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Topps Tiles Reports Higher Sales, Earnings
London, England, Nov. 27, 2012 -- Topps Tiles reported revenues of $284.7 million in the year to September 29, up from $281.5 million a year ago.
Daltile Again in 'Extreme Makeover' Show
Dallas, TX, Nov. 27, 2012 -– Daltile is again participating in the TV show “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition,” which will return to ABC with four special episodes during the holidays.
FHFA House Price Index Higher in September
Washington, DC, Nov. 27, 2012 -- The FHFA house price index rose 0.2% month-over-month in September.
Core Capital Goods Orders Jumped Last Month
Washington, DC, Nov. 27, 2012 -- Orders for U.S. durable goods leveled off in October, according to the Commerce Department.
Report: Mohawk in Talks To Acquire Marazzi
New York, NY, Nov. 26, 2012 -- Mohawk Industries is reportedly in advanced talks to buy Italian ceramics maker Marazzi Group, Reuters reported, citing two sources familiar with the deal.
Mohawk, Unilin Raising Engineered Wood Prices
Dallas, TX, Nov. 26, 2012 -– Mohawk said it will raise prices on Mohawk brand engineered hardwood products, up to 6%, effective on Dec. 21.
Rent Prices Should Rise Again Next Year
Washington, DC, Nov. 26, 2012 -- Vacancy rates for apartments are expected to maintain a "landlord's market" next year with rising rents, according to the National Association of Realtors.
Tate Innovation Wins Product Award
Jessup, MD, Nov. 26, 2012 -– Raised access flooring firm Tate said that its EcoCore phase change panel is the recipient of a 2012 Product Innovation Award from Architectural Products magazine.
Leading Economic Indicators Rise at Slower Pace
Washington, DC, Nov. 21, 2012 -- The index of U.S. leading economic indicators rose at a slower pace in October, according to the Conference Board.