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Forbo Reports First Half 2005 Results

Eglisau, Switzerland, August 23--In the first half-year 2005, Forbo achieved net sales of CHF 829.4 million, (US$652.9 million) compared to the previous year's CHF 827.0 million (US$651.3 million).

Glennon Named CEO at Master Tile

Houston, TX, August 23--Master Tile appointed Bobby Glennon as Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Glennon's leadership will drive Master Tile's national expansion in the ceramic tile and stone distribution business.

Swiffer National Launch Calls Attention to Mohawk

Dalton, GA, August 23--Mohawk’s participation in the national launch of a new Swiffer product promotes the Mohawk brand and makes it easy for consumers to locate nearby retailers who carry Mohawk products.

Chain Store Sales Fall For Third Straight Week

New York, NY, August 23--Chain store retail sales fell for the third consecutive week, as retailers felt the effects of consumers cutting back on spending due to record high gasoline prices, a retail report said on Tuesday.

Remodeling Market Remains Strong in 2Q

Washington, DC, August 23--Remodeling activity continued to grow in the second quarter of 2005, according to the National Association of Home Builders’ (NAHB) Remodeling Market Index (RMI).

Tricycle a Finalist in UK's Green Apple Awards

Leeds, United Kingdom, August 23--Sustainable design company Tricycle, Inc. has been chosen as a finalist in the Green Apple awards, an international campaign to recognize best environmental practices by companies, communities and countries.

Williams-Sonoma 2Q Earnings Up 12%

San Francisco, August 23—-Retailer Williams-Sonoma reported second-quarter net earnings that rose 12% to $30.8 million, or $0.26 a share, from $27.6 million, or $0.23, a year ago.