Amtico Stays Local for Global Success
Coventry, England, April 20, 2006--China, India, low cost, outsource--these seem to have become the mantra of some manufacturers as they aim to survive in the global market.
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Online Marketing Calls for Engagement Targeting
New York, NY, April 20, 2006--Selling to consumers through blogs, chat rooms and social networking sites is emerging as an effective targeting technique.
Leading Indicators Slide
New York, NY, April 20, 2006--The Conference Board announced today that the U.S. leading index decreased 0.1 percent, the coincident index increased 0.2 percent and the lagging index increased 0.3 percent in March.
Weekly Jobless Claims Off 10,000
Washington, DC, April 20, 2006--Initial applications for unemployment benefits fell by 10,000 to stand at 303,000 in the week ended April 15, the Labor Department said Thursday.
Stainmaster Intros Summer Stain Removal Guide
Atlanta, GA, April 20, 2006--The Summer Stain Removal Guide for Stainmaster carpet is designed to help quickly and easily handle carpet mishaps and spend more time with family and friends.
Unilin’s Flooring Industries Ltd. Granted European
Wielsbeke, Belgium, April 20, 2006--The European Patent Office on the 19th of April 2006, granted to Flooring Industries Ltd., European patent EP 1 290 291.
Ryland Group 1Q Earnings Up, Orders Slide
Calabasas, CA, April 20, 2006--Home builder Ryland Group on Thursday reported higher-than-expected quarterly earnings, but the number and value of new orders fell sharply.
High Court to Enter Illegal Worker Debate in Mohaw
Washington, DC, April 20, 2006--According to an article in the National Law Journal, the U.S. Supreme Court will soon hear a case involving Mohawk Industries and undocumented workers—and decide if RICO laws apply.
Floor & Décor Picks Online Marketing Agency
Atlanta, GA, April 20, 2006--Floor & Décor Outlets of America, has selected BrightWave Marketing, Inc., an email marketing and customer relationship services firm, to manage its online marketing programs.
Consumer Price Index Up in March
Washington, DC, April 19, 2006--The consumer price index rose 0.4% in March, according to the Labor Department, the core index, which excludes food and energy prices, increased 0.3%.