Centex 1Q Earnings Up 32%
Dallas TX, July 27--Home builder Centex reported first quarter earnings that rose 32 percent, driven in part by an increase in home closings and selling prices, and it raised its full-year outlook.
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Durable Goods Orders Up 1.4% Beat Estimates
Washington, DC, July 27—-Orders for durable goods increased 1.4% in June, according to the Commerce Department, the third straight strong monthly increase.
Manufacturing Job Growth Slowed in July, Key Vacan
Alexandria, VA, July 26--Although employment growth was slower for manufacturing firms this month than last, employers are have more difficulty finding skilled applicants to fill key positions.
Consumer Confidence Dips In July
New York, NY, July 26--The Conference Board’s Consumer Confidence Index, which had increased in June, dipped in July.
Solutia Gets Approval to Negotiate Sale of Affilia
St. Louis, MO, July 26--Solutia Inc. has won Bankruptcy Court approval to enter into exclusive negotiations with a potential buyer for its affiliate, Astaris L.L.C. Solutia and FMC Corp.
IICRC Launches Pollution Liability and General Lia
Vancouver, WA, July 26--The IICRC has announced a new opportunity for IICRC-Certified Firms – an opportunity that will probably be of interest to restoration-oriented companies, especially those offering mold remediation.
Canadian Firm Invests $1 Million in Vietnam Wood C
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, July 26--Canadian PG Hardwood Flooring has decided to invest US$1 million in Ho Chi Minh City’s Wood Processing Company Gosago for exclusive rights to distribution of the company’s wooden tiles in North America.
Chain Store Sales Up for 4th Consecutive Week
New York, NY, July 26--Chain store retail sales rose for the fourth consecutive week, as seasonal goods continue to push sales, a retail report said on Tuesday.
Natural Area Rugs Launches New Kenya Collection
Los Angeles, CA, July 25--Natural Area Rugs introduced a range of new additions to its Kenya Collection of Sisal and Seagrass Area Rugs and Sisal Wool Blend rugs.
Internet Sales on the Rise
Washington, DC, July 25--As Web shopping turns 10 this year, it has grown bigger and more popular than most analysts had predicted.