Leggett & Platt Third Quarter Earnings Fall
Carthage, MO, October 18, 2007--Leggett & Platt reported a 22% drop in third-quarter earnings on lower sales. The company cut the high end of its full-year forecast, citing weaker sales.
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Jobless Claims Rose 28,000 Last Week
Washington, October 18, 2007—Jobless claims rose by 28,000, to 337,000 in the week ended October 13, according to a report from the Labor Department.
Unlin, Faus Settle Disputes, Strike License Pact
Calhoun, GA, October 18, 2007--A new cross-licensing agreement has been struck between Faus Group and Unilin.
Mohawk’s EverStrand on Floor at Emmy Awards
Dalton, GA, October 18, 2007--Mohawk’s EverStrand carpet made from recycled soft drink bottles was selected as the flooring for the Emmy awards ceremony.
USGBC Launches Green Schools Web Site
Washington, DC, October 18, 2007--A new website aimed at building environmentally friendly schools has been launched by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC).
Cornerstone ResinDek Panels Earn SCS Certification
Cincinnati, OH, October 18, 2007-- Cornerstone Specialty Wood Products LLC has earned certifications from Scientific Certification Systems for its ResinDek mezzanine decking panels.
Home Depot Chief Marketing Officer Resigns
Atlanta, GA, October 18, 2007--Home Depot said its chief marketing officer has resigned.
Fed’s Beige Book: Growth Slowing Since August
Washington, Dc, October 18, 2007--Economic activity grew in all of the Federal Reserve's districts but the pace of expansion has decelerated since August, the central bank said on Wednesday.
New Product Introductions Soar at Surfaces 2008
Dallas, TX, October 16, 2007-- Surfaces 2008 in January is on track to have the most new product introductions to date.
Builder Confidence Falls to Record Low
Washington, DC, October 16, 2007--Builder confidence in the market for new single-family homes was further shaken in October due to continuing problems in the mortgage market.