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Consumer Sentiment Revised Down

Ann Arbor, MI, March 2, 2007--Consumer sentiment weakened in late February to its lowest level since September, according to research from the University of Michigan.

Furnishings Shares Edge Higher

New York, March 2, 2007--Stable interest rates and signs that the housing market may be leveling off have helped home and office furnishing stocks rebound from their own slump in recent months.

China’s BBDC Selling Flooring Business

Shanghai, China, March 2, 2007--Shanghai Baosteel Business Development Co. is putting its flooring business up for sale at the price of CNY 15 million on the Shanghai United Assets and Equity Exchange.

Sears 4Q Earnngs Up 27%

Hoffman Estates, IL, March 2, 2007--Sears turned in a nearly 27% surge in fourth-quarter profit on Thursday as tighter costs and gains from property sales helped offset static retail sales.

Kohl's 4Q Profits up 29%

Menomonee Falls, WI, March 2, 2007--Kohl's reported a 29.3 percent profit increase in the fourth quarter, as the midlevel retailer benefited from strong sales of its exclusive brands

Armstrong Elects New Director

Armstrong Elects New Director

Lancaster, PA, February 28, 2007--Armstrong World Industries, Inc. today announced that James J. O'Connor has been elected to its Board of Directors.

Armstrong Wins Award From Home Magazine

Armstrong Wins Award From Home Magazine

Lancaster, PA, February 28, 2007--Armstrong's Locking Hardwood flooring was honored with the prestigious 2007 American Building Products Awards from Home magazine, a leading consumer shelter publication.