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Chain Store Sales Up 0.8% Last Week

New York, NY, November 23-- Retail chains' same-store sales were up 0.8 percent in the week ended Nov. 20 compared to the prior week, according to the latest index compiled by the International Council of Shopping Centers and UBS.

Consumers to Spend 11.5% of Holiday Budget on Gift

Washington, DC, November 23--Though retail shelves are filled with toys, clothes, and the latest DVDs, pocket-sized items at the checkout counter will also be in high demand, according to the findings of a new National Retail Federation (NRF) survey.

Mannington Makes Thanksgiving Donation to Meals on

Salem, NJ, November 23--In the spirit of Thanksgiving, today Mannington Mills presented a check for $11,000 to the Salem County Meals on Wheels program, the largest single donation that the organization has ever received.

UPS Canada Employees Walk Out

Vancouver, November 23 - United Parcel Service's Canadian employees were on strike Monday, threatening disruptions to the Christmas season, according to CBC News.

Existing Home Sales Off 0.1% in October

Washington, DC, November 23--Sales of existing single family homes held steady last month, setting a pace that was the fourth highest on record, according to the National Association of Realtors.

Brintons Unveils New Custom Design Program

Atlanta, GA, November 22---Brintons USA, producers of custom woven carpet, has introduced a new program to assist designers in creating custom carpets for unique hospitality projects - "Color It Your Way."

Floordaily.net Launches Updated Site

Pound Ridge, NY, November 22--Welcome to the relaunch of Floordaily.net. Four months ago, Floordaily.net commissioned the Atlanta firm Azul Arc International to redesign the website and add new visitor friendly features.