Armstrong To Serve CCA Global Retailers Direct
Lancaster, PA, Jan. 8, 2010--Armstrong World Industries will serve members of CCA Global Partners directly rather than through traditional distribution.
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Mohawk Develops Industry's First iPhone App
Dalton, GA, Jan. 8, 2010--Mohawk Industries has developed a playful iPhone app that links the perfect mohawk hairstyle with the perfect Mohawk flooring as a way to promote its brand.
Armstrong Names New Chief Financial Officer
Lancaster, PA, Jan. 8, 2010--Armstrong World Industries has named Thomas B. Mangas senior vice president and chief financial officer effective Feb. 1.
Initial Jobless Claims Continue To Improve
Washington, DC, Jan. 8, 2010--Initial jobless claims were essentially unchanged in the week of Jan. 2.
Home Equity Loan Delinquencies Rise in Q3
Washington, DC, Jan. 8, 2010--Delinquencies on home-equity loans continued to rise in the third quarter, according to the American Bankers Association.
Mohawk Closing Tufting Plant in Eton, Georgia
Calhoun, GA, Jan. 7, 2010--Mohawk Industries said Wednesday the company is closing a carpet tufting plant in Eton, Ga., according to the Dalton Daily Citizen.
Shaw Sells Interest in Georgia Polymer Venture
Dalton, GA, Jan. 7, 2010--Shaw Industries has sold its interest in the Nylon Polymer Company LLC in Augusta, Ga. to its joint venture partner Royal DSM N.V.
Fed Officials Concerned About Housing Recovery
Washington, DC, Jan. 6, 2010--Declining government support could hamper a fragile housing market recovery, some Fed officials noted in their meeting last month.
First-Time Home Buyers Hit Record Share
Washington, DC, Jan. 7, 2010--First-time home buyers dominated the market last year, according to a survey by the National Association of Realtors.
Homebuilder Lennar Posts Profit on Tax Break
Miami, FL, Jan. 7, 2010--Homebuilder Lennar Corp. said it posted a profit in the fourth quarter, helped by an adjustment in its income taxes.