Consumer Sentiment Edges Up in December
Ann Arbor, MI, Dec. 10, 2010 -- U.S. consumer sentiment rose to 74.2 in early December from 71.6 in November, according to the Reuters/University of Michigan index.
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Georgia Legislators Critical of 'Wholesale' Action
Dalton, GA, Dec. 10, 2010 -- Georgia legislators said they will act to protect Dalton's carpet businesses from censure by the Governor's Office of Consumer Protection over describing themselves as "wholesalers."
NAHB Says Multi-Family Improves in Third Quarter
Washington, DC, Dec. 10, 2010 -- The National Association of Home Builders said that the multi-family housing sector showed improvement in the third quarter, based on data from its survey of builders and property managers.
Omnova Solutions Completes Eliokem Deal
Fairlawn, OH, Dec. 10, 2010 -- Omnova Solutions said it has completed its acquisition of specialty chemicals manufacturer Eliokem International from AXA Private Equity.
Exports Strongest in More Than Two Years
Washington, DC, Dec. 10, 2010 -- The U.S. trade deficit declined more than forecast in October on a weaker dollar that spurred more exports, according to the Commerce Department.
Wholesale Inventories Climb in October
Washington, DC, Dec. 10, 2010 -- U.S. wholesale inventories rose more than expected in October, according to the Commerce Department.
Bentley Prince Street Wins WRAP Award Again
Los Angeles, CA, Dec. 9, 2010 -- Bentley Prince Street is one of 285 California businesses and nonprofit organizations to be named a 2010 Waste Reduction Award Program (WRAP) winner.
Initial Jobless Claims Fall More Than Expected
Washington, DC, Dec. 9, 2010 -- Initial jobless claims fell by 17,000 last week to 421,000, the Labor Department reported Thursday.
Home Values Down $1.7 Trillion This Year
Seattle, WA, Dec. 9, 2010 -- Home in the U.S. are expected to be worth $1.7 trillion less in 2010 than they were worth last year, according to real estate website Zillow.
Beaulieu Sets Winter Show Schedule
Dalton, GA, Dec. 9, 2010 –- Beaulieu of America has set its schedule of winter shows for 2011.