Construction Spending Dips in Janary
Washington, DC, March 1, 2012 -- Construction spending dropped slightly in January after businesses spent less.
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Initial Jobless Applications Edge Down
Washington, DC, March 1, 2012 -- Initial applications for unemployment benefits edged down last week, according to the Labor Department.
Manufacturing Expands at Slower Pace
Washington, DC, March 1, 2012 -- Manufacturing expanded at a slower pace in February, according to the Institute for Supply Management.
February Retail Sales Stronger Than Expected
Washington, DC, March 1, 2012 -- February retail sales were higher than expected as consumer confidence rose to its highest level in a year.
Coverings To Expand Green Programming
Alexandria, VA, March 1, 2012 -- Sustainability will be examined through the lens of tile and stone design when Coverings 2012 convenes Tuesday, April 17 through Friday, April 20 in Orlando.
BASF Raising Prices in Europe
Ludwigshafen, Germany, March 1, 2012 -- BASF said it will increase prices for extrusion and fiber polyamides in Europe due to the rising cost of raw materials.
IVC US Signs Distributor Galleher
Dalton, GA, March 1, 2012 –- Resilient flooring maker IVC US said it has added distributor Galleher to handle its products in Arizona, southern California and southern Nevada.
Fourth Quarter Economic Growth Revised Higher
Washington, DC, Feb. 29, 2012 -- The economy grew 3% in the fourth quarter, faster than originally reported, according to the Commerce Department.
Chicago PMI Shows More Good Economic News
Chicago, IL, Feb. 29, 2012 -- The Chicago business barometer, also known as the Chicago Purchasing Manager Index, accelerated to a reading of 64.0% in February from 60.2% in January, ISM-Chicago said.
Mortgage Application Volume Falls
Washington, DC, Feb. 29, 2012 -- Mortgage application volume last week fell by 0.3% from the prior week, the Mortgage Bankers Association said.