Shaw Receives Seal of Sustainability Designation
Dalton, GA, November 16, 2007 – The Sustainable Business Institute has awarded Shaw Industries with its Seal of Sustainability.
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Industrial Production Drops in October
Washington, DC, November 16, 2007--Industrial production unexpectedly dropped in October as slowing sales prompted factories to make fewer automobiles and appliances.
Invista to Build Nylon 6,6 Facility in China
Shanghai, China, November 16, 2007--Invista Intermediates has signed a Land Reservation Agreement with the Shanghai Chemical Industry Park Development Company.
House Bill Would Hike 'Carried Interest' Tax
Washington, DC, November 16, 2007--The U.S. House of Representatives passed an $82.5 billion tax bill that contains a massive tax increase for partnerships, raising the tax rate on “carried interest” from 15% to 35%.
Greenbuild 2007 Draws Record Attendance
Washington, DC, November 16, 2007--The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) held its Greenbuild 2007 conference and expo last week at Chicago's McCormick Place, attracting a record number of attendees and exhibitors.
Milliken Lucerne Wins Green Décor Award
LaGrange, GA, November 16, 2007--Milliken Hospitality’s Lucerne modular carpet collection received the Editors’ Choice Award for green décor during the 92nd annual International Hotel/Motel & Restaurant Show.
Home Depot Gets Three New Directors
Atlanta, GA, November 16, 2007--Three new directors have been appointed to the board of The Home Depot Inc. as part of a planned succession to replace four board members.
Lumber Liquidators Raises $36.4 Million in IPO
Toana, VA, November 16, 2007--Lumber Liquidators announced the closing of its initial public offering of 10,000,000 shares of common stock, at a price of $11 per share.
World Market Center Welcomes Home Entertainment
Las Vegas, NV, November 16, 2007--World Market Center is welcoming big box retailers and home furnishings buyers visiting Las Vegas for the consumer electronics event on January 7-8.
Mediterranea Launche MetroLife Porcelain
Doral, FL, November 16, 2007-- Mediterranea, a multi-national tile and design firm, has launched the MetroLife collection of large format thru-body porcelain tile.