Fewer Planned Layoffs Announced in February
Chicago, IL, March 8, 2012 -- Employers announced layoffs totaling 51,728 during February, down 3.3% from January levels, according to global outplacement firm Challenger, Gray & Christmas.
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USGBC, Home Depot Form Green Database
Atlanta, GA, March 8, 2012 -- The U.S. Green Building Council and Home Depot have launched an online green home products database, leed.homedepot.com.
Fifteen Year Mortgage Rate Hits Record Low
Washington, DC, March 8, 2012 -- The 15-year fixed-rate mortgage hit a record low of 3.13% this week, according to Freddie Mac’s weekly survey of conforming mortgage rates.
Initial Unemployment Applications Edge Higher
Washington, DC, March 8, 2012 -- Initial applications for unemployment benefits rose modestly last week but they remained in a range usually associated with better labor-market conditions.
Empire Today Expands into Kansas City
Northlake, IL, March 8, 2012 -- Empire Today has expanded into the Kansas City area.
Shaw Rolls Out Ad Studio for Dealers
Dalton, GA, March 8, 2012 -– Shaw recently introduced Shaw Ad Studio, an online dealer resource that offers customized print ads, banners, and store signage, as well as access to media buying specialists.
Foam Association Paper Defends Stewardship
Loudon, TN, March 8, 2012 -- A white paper published by the Polyurethane Foam Association provides extensive background and a comprehensive discussion of the U.S. flexible polyurethane foam industry today.
Deal for Amtico Looks Good for Mannington
Salem, NJ, March 7, 2012 -- Mannington Mills acquired luxury vinyl tile maker Amtico International from AAC Capital UK and Electra Private Equity for an estimated $200 million, Dow Jones News reported.
Job Creation Up Again in February
Rosedale, NJ, March 7, 2012 -- Private-sector payrolls increased 216,000 in February, according to the ADP employment report.
Search Committee To Find New CARE Director
Dalton, GA, March 7, 2012 -- A search committee is being formed to find a new executive director for the Carpet America Recovery Effort.