Hardwood Pro Named Green River Distributor of the
Great Barrington, MA. May 31, 2006--Green River, manufacturer of premium hardwood flooring, recently announced that Hardwood Pro has been selected as its “2005 Distributor of the Year.”
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Canada's Q1 GDP Up 3.8%
Ottawa, Ontario, May 31, 2006--Canada's economy powered ahead by a stronger-than-expected 3.8 percent on an annualized basis in the first quarter, thanks to a rebound in housing investment and a pick-up consumer spending.
S&P: Macy's Conversions Create Risks for Feder
Department Stores' aggressive timeline for converting its recently acquired May's department stores into Macy's could create opportunities for competitors to gain market share.
Delaware Retailer Wins Small Business Award
Dover, DL, May 30, 2006--Dmitar Sijan is living the American dream. The 42-year-old Yugoslavia native came to the United States in 1991 to escape the war in his home country.
Chicago PMI Up Again
Chicago, IL, May 31, 2006--Business activity expanded in the Chicago region for the 37th consecutive month in May, the National Association of Purchasing Managers-Chicago said Wednesday.
Free Carpet Installation Training Offered in Gulf
Biloxi, MS, May 31, 2006--Construction-related training is being offered tuition-free at Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College's Jefferson Davis Campus. The 120-hour class is part of Project Retrain, a specialized training program that teaches skil
Laticrete Celebrates 50 Years
Orlando, FL, May 31, 2006—Laticrete International celebrated its 50th anniversary as a producer of innovative tile and stone installation systems in grand style during Coverings 2006 in Orlando, Florida.
Mid East's Hospitality Boom Fuels Carpet Deman
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, May 31, 2006--The Middle East's hospitality sector boom, which industry experts predict will see some US $15 billion invested in up to 2,000 new hotels throughout the region in the coming five years.
Costco’s 3Q Earnings Up
Issaquah, WA, May 31, 2006--Costco Wholesale Corp., reported third-quarter earnings that were up 12.3 percent, aided by higher sales and membership fees.
Asia Dekor Holdings Reports Annual Results
Shenzhen, China, May 30, 2006--Asia Dekor Holdings Limited, a producer and distributor of laminated floor and related products in Asia, announced its annual results for the year ended 31 March, 2006.