Survey of Economists Sees Slow Recovery
New York, NY, April 12, 2010--A survey of economists by the Associated Press released Monday describes an economic recovery that will move slowly this year and next.
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DOE Recognizes Mannington, Mohawk, Shaw, Dow
Washington, DC, April 9, 2010--The U.S. Department of Energy has recognized Mannington Mills, Mohawk Industries, Shaw Industries, and Dow Chemical on its list of Save Energy Now Leader companies in the country.
NWFA Names Wood Floor of Year Winners
St. Louis, MO, April 9, 2010--The National Wood Flooring Association announced the winners of its 2010 Wood Floor of the Year Contest during its Annual Convention in Washington, D.C.
Mortgage Rates Hit Eight-Month High
Washington, DC, April 9, 2010--The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage reached its highest weekly level in eight months this week, averaging 5.21%, according to Freddie Mac's weekly survey of conforming mortgage rates.
High End Homes Likely To See More Foreclosures
Washington, DC, April 9, 2010--Houses with loans of $5 million or more will likely see a sharp rise in foreclosures this year, according to a RealtyTrac study for The Wall Street Journal.
Hardwood Council Has New Sustainability Brochure
Pittsburgh, PA, April 9, 2010--The Hardwood Council has a new brochure entitled, “How Selecting Materials Impacts our Lives – American Hardwoods and Life Cycle Assessment."
NFIB Challenges EPA's Greenhouse Gas Ruling
Washington, DC, April 9, 2010--The National Federation of Independent Business Small Business Legal Center has filed a motion to support the legal challenge against the EPA's greenhouse gas ruling.
Armstrong Taking Charge Related To Health Reform
Lancaster, PA, April 8, 2010--Armstrong World Industries said it expects to take a $22 million first-quarter charge stemming from the recently enacted federal health care reform.
Retail Sales Surged in March to Record Gain
New York, NY, April 8, 2010--Retail sales at stores open at least a year surged last month to post the biggest single monthly gain on record, according to sales tracker Thomson Reuters.
Zeftron Launching Sustainable Practices Awards
Dalton, GA, April 8, 2010--Zeftron nylon is launching the 2010 Zeftron nylon Sustainable Practices Awards on Earth Day, April 22.