Homebuilder Pulte Sees Continuing Challenges
Bloomfield Hills, MI, Nov. 5, 2009--Pulte Homes reported a net loss of $361.4 million, or $1.15 a share, compared with a year-earlier loss of $280.4 million, or $1.11 a share.
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Lumber Liquidators Reports Earnings
Toano, VA, Nov. 4, 2009--Lumber Liquidators, Inc. said that third quarter net income increased 42.1% to $7.8 million, or $0.28 per share, compared to $5.5 million, or $0.20 per sharea year ago.
Ulster Carpets Expands Into Middle East
Belfast, Northern Ireland, Nov. 4, 2009--Ulster Carpets is expanding into Dubai in an effort to tap into the new market for the company.
Roppe Gets State Loan for Ohio Expansion
Fostoria, OH, Nov. 4, 2009--The Ohio Department of Development has awarded Roppe Corp.a $1.3 million loan for renovations and expansion.
IICRC Begins Work on Carpet Inspection Guide
Vancouver, WA, Nov. 4, 2009--The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) will begin drafting the R800 Reference Guide for Carpet Inspection.
Mannington Named NAWBO Company of Year
Salem, NJ, Nov. 4, 2009--Mannington Mills has been named 2009 Company of the Year by the South Jersey chapter of the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO).
Expanko Flooring Certified for Recycled Content
Coatesville, PA, Nov. 4, 2009--Cork producer Expanko's Reztec flooring has been certified by Scientific Certification Services for recycled content.
Wilsonart HPL Gets FSC Certification
Temple, TX, Nov. 4, 2009--Wilsonart's high pressure laminates have been FSC certified by Scientific Certification Systems.
Planned Layoffs Fall Again in October
Chicago, IL, Nov. 4, 2009--Planned layoffs at U.S. firms fell for a third straight month in October to a 19-month low, according to outplacement consultancy Challenger, Gray & Christmas.
Mortgage Applications Up on Higher Refinancing
Washington, DC, Nov. 4, 2009--Applications filed for mortgages rebounded last week, rising 8.2% as lower interest rates spurred refinancing activity.