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Falling New Zealand Dollar Hurts Wool Producers

Queenstown, New Zealand, Jan. 22, 2009--New Zealand's wool industry is losing tens of millions of dollars as overseas buyers default on payments.

NAHB Housing Index Continues To Fall

Washington, DC, Jan. 21, 2009--The National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo housing market index released Wednesday dropped one point to a record 8 in January.

Initial Jobless Claims Continue To Rise

Washington, DC, Jan. 22, 2009--Initial jobless claims surged last week, the Labor Department said.

Mohawk Group Wins Design, Sustainability Awards

Kennesaw, GA, Jan. 20, 2009 – The Mohawk Group was recently awarded multiple industry awards for its achievements in carpet design and sustainability.

Furniture Retailer Expands Rug Offerings

Warren, MI, Jan. 21, 2009--Michigan based furniture chain Art Van is expanding its rug business, adding larger sizes and custom colors and patterns.

AIA Billings Index Edges Up

Washington, DC, Jan. 21, 2009--The Architecture Billings Index rose slightly last month but remains near historic lows.

Capel Has New San Francisco Showroom

San Francisco, CA, Jan. 20, 2009--Capel Rugs is opening its new San Francisco showroom Jan. 21.

Panasonic's Chip Board Wins Eco Award

Tokyo, Japan, Jan. 21, 2009--The E Floor, a product developed by Panasonic Electric Works, was recently given the Chairperson’s Award at the Eco-Products 2008 expo held in Tokyo in December, reports Green Building Elements.

Omnova Profits Down in Fourth Quarter

Fairlawn, OH, Jan. 20, 2009--Omnova Solutions Inc. reported net income of $800,000, or $0.02 per share, for the fourth quarter ended Nov. 30.

Balta Names New CEO

Sint-Baafs-Vijve, Belgium, Jan 21, 2009--Balta has named Jules Noten as CEO.