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Chain-Store Sales Up 0.3% Last Week

Chain-Store Sales Up 0.3% Last Week

New York, NY, September 11, 2007--Chain-store sales rose 0.3% for the week of ended September 8 compared with the prior week, according to the International Council of Shopping Centers and UBS Securities.

Consumer Credit Up 3.7% in July

Washington, DC, September 10, 2007—Consumer credit in July rose at a 3.7% annual rate, or by $7.5 billion, according to a report from the Federal Reserve.

Nafco Intros Gemstone

Nafco Intros Gemstone

Florence, AL, September 11, 2007--Nafco by Tarkett has added GemStone to its luxury vinyl tile series.

Voters Unaware of Greenhouse Gas Emission Sources

Voters Unaware of Greenhouse Gas Emission Sources

Washington, D.C., September 11, 2007--Although buildings produce nearly half of all greenhouse gas emissions contributing to global warming, a survey released today by the AIA shows that 40% of voters believe cars and trucks are the highest contributors.

Manpower: 4Q Jobs Outlook Steady

Manpower: 4Q Jobs Outlook Steady

Milwaukee, WI, September 11, 2007—The nation’s employers plan to maintain a stable, yet cautious approach toward hiring in the final quarter of 2007, according to the latest Manpower Employment Outlook Survey.

UK’s Headlam 1H Earnings Up

UK’s Headlam 1H Earnings Up

London, England, September 11, 2007--Flooring distributor Headlam had a 5.4% increase in pre-tax profit during the first half and said it is well positioned going into the traditionally busy autumn selling period.