Job Openings Decreased to 9.8 Million in May
Washington, DC, July 6, 2023—The number of job openings decreased to 9.8 million on the last business day of May, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported.
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Initial Jobless Claims Rose by 12,000 in Week Ending July 1
Washington, DC, July 6, 2023—In the week ending July 1, the advance figure for seasonally adjusted initial claims was 248,000, an increase of 12,000 from the previous week's revised level, according to the Department of Labor.
Cersaie to Celebrate Anniversary Event with Route 40 Theme
Sassuolo, IT, July 6, 2023—To mark the 40th edition of Cersaie, the exhibition space will feature a fascinating route reliving 40 years of its evolution, focusing on design, technology, products and companies that have made history.
Torlys Partners with Sun-Brite Drapery for Anniversary Event
Toronto, ON, July 6, 2023—Torlys hosted a memorable night June 14 alongside Sun-Brite Drapery to commemorate their respective business milestones and longtime partnership with family, friends, and supporters from the construction industry.
Uzin Utz NA to Open Dry Mortar Production Plant in Waco, Texas
Waco, TX, July 5, 2023—Uzin Utz North America has commissioned its second dry mortar production plant in Waco, Texas.
Mid Atlantic Floor Covering Assoc. Names Winners of 2nd Spotlight Awards
Baltimore, MD, July 5, 2023—The Mid Atlantic Floor Covering Association held its annual dinner and second annual spotlight awards.
I4F Announces Partnership with Triforest Manufacturer
Turnhout, Belgium, July 5, 2023—I4F, a group of companies providing patents and technologies to the flooring industry, announced that Triforest Manufacturer has signed a license agreement for I4F drop-lock technologies.
Orders for Manufactured Goods Rose 0.3% in May
Washington, DC, July 5, 2023—New orders for manufactured goods in May, up five of the last six months, increased $1.6 billion or 0.3 percent to $578.0 billion, the U.S. Census Bureau reported.
Remote-Work Trend Troubling Industries Up the Supply Chain
New York, NY, July 5, 2023—"Pain from the anemic return to the office is spilling over into architecture, construction, cleaning, brokerage, furniture and other industries that depend on thriving downtowns,” reports the Wall Street Journal.
Construction Spending Rose 0.9% in May
Washington, DC, July 3, 2023-- Construction spending during May 2023 was estimated at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $1,925.6 billion, 0.9% above the revised April estimate of $1,909.0 billion, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.