Small Business Optimism Declined 1.6 Points to 95.8 in April
Washington, DC, May 13, 2025—The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index declined by 1.6 points in April to 95.8, the second consecutive month below the 51-year average of 98.
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Franklin Floors Celebrating 30 Years of Business
Pottstown, PA, May 13, 2025—Franklin Flooring is celebrating 30 years of business.
Abbey Carpet Co. Names Bill Wilson COO
Bonita Springs, FL, May 13, 2025—Abbey Carpet Co has named Bill Wilson chief operating officer.
Mohawk Hosting Digital Town Halls With Cyncly & Roomvo
Calhoun, GA, May 13, 2025-Mohawk is hosting a series of digital town halls in collaboration with its partners, Cyncly and Roomvo.
Daltile Celebrating Trade Pro Week with Truck Giveaway
Dallas, TX, May 13, 2025—Daltile is currently honoring contractors and tile installers during the annual Daltile Trade Pro Week, running May 12 through May 16.
U.S. and China Agree to Lower Tariffs
New York, NY, May 12, 2025-The U.S. and China said Monday they have agreed to lower tariffs on each other's goods while further trade negotiations continue, reports the Wall Street Journal.
Imports of Ceramic Tile in Q1 Rose 11.5%
New York, NY, May 12, 2025—Total U.S. imports of ceramic tile in the first three months of the year were 44.3 million square meters, an increase of 11.5% from the previous year when imports were 39.7 million square meters, reports Grosser Consulting.
Spring Home-Selling Season Remains Tepid
New York, NY, May 12, 2025—"The troubled housing market can’t seem to get back on track,” reports the Wall Street Journal.
Universal Fibers Names Jonathan Craig CEO
Bristol, VA, May 12, 2025—Universal Fiber Systems (UFS), a global provider of synthetic fiber production and technologies, has appointed Jonathan Craig as chief executive officer.
Tarkett Names Michael Mathews SVP of Commercial Strategy
Solon, OH, May 12, 2025-Tarkett has named Michael Mathews senior vice president of commercial strategy.