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.
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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.
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.
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.”
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.
Chain Store Sales Off Last Week
New York, NY, May 31, 2006--The International Council of Shopping Centers Retail Chain Store Sales Index declined by 1.0% in the week ended May 27.
Tricycle to Host NeoCon Panel Discussion
Chicago, IL, May 31, 2006--Tricycle, Inc., has assembled a panel discussion for this year's NeoCon World's Trade Fair, featuring Pixar Animation Studios, LEED-CI founding chair Penny Bonda, and new carpet brand Nood Floorcovering.
Sears Expands Website
Hoffman Estates, LI, May 31, 2006—Sears today announced significant enhancements to sears.com in response to wide-ranging research.
Fire Damages Indiana Retailer
Martinsville, IN, May 31, 2006--Quick work by Martinsville firefighters saved most of the building housing the Dalton Carpet Depot business at 310 West Morgan St. Monday afternoon.
Efforts on Asbestos Bill - continued
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