Armstrong Intros New Laminate Floors
Lancaster, PA, May 1, 2006--In the era of high-definition television and digital photography, maybe we shouldn't be so surprised that Armstrong’s newest laminate floors deliver remarkable realism.
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Economists Predict Soft Landing for Housing
Washington, DC, May 1, 2006--After soaring to record levels for three consecutive years, the single-family housing market is gliding toward a “soft landing” in 2006.
Personal Income, Spending, Inflation Up in March
Washington, DC, May 1, 2006--Personal incomes and consumer spending rose more than expected in March, according to a report from the Commerce Department.
Florida Legislation Fuels Rumors of Home Depot HQ
Atlanta, GA, May 1, 2006--A tax incentive bill passed by the Florida Legislature is fueling--or at least perpetuating--a rumor that Home Depot might consider moving its headquarters away from Atlanta.
Home Builders Shares Off
New York, NY, April 28, 2006--Home-builder stocks pulled back Thursday as investors reacted to a string of earnings reports littered with order declines, missed expectations and lowered outlooks.
Anso to Hold Annual Fall Carpet Sale
Dalton, GA, April 28, 2005--Anso nylon, a premium brand of Shaw Industries external fiber sales and marketing, announces the fifth annual “Anso Nylon National Carpet Sale” to be held Sept. 1, 2006, through Oct. 16, 2006.
1Q GDP Up 4.8%
Washington, Dc, April 28, 2006--The economy the first quarter grew at an annual rate of 4.8%, the fastest growth in more than two years, according to a report issued by the Commerce Department Friday.
Masland Intros Gramercy and Grosvenor
Mobile, AL, April 28, 2006--Gramercy and Grosvenor, two new carpets from Masland, base their design themes on stately, historic city neighborhoods.
Consumer Sentiment Inches Down
Ann Arbor, MI, April 28, 2006--Consumer sentiment, according to the University of Michigan consumer sentiment index, weakened slightly in late April.