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Washington, DC, February 2--A group of asbestos defendant companies and insurers has declared its opposition to a Senate proposal curbing asbestos claims, and warned that industry groups working on the plan do not necessarily represent them.
Atlanta, GA, February 2--Home Depot director Roger S. Penske doesn't plan to stand for re-election to the company's board, the home-improvement retailer disclosed Tuesday.
Houston, TX, February 2--Architecture Magazine recently awarded Azrock by Tarkett the 2004 Architect’s Choice for Excellence (ACE) Award in the resilient flooring category.
Tempe, AZ, February 2--Economic activity in the manufacturing sector grew in January for the 20th consecutive month, while the overall economy grew for the 39th consecutive month.
Lakeland, FL, February 2--According to the Lakeland Ledger, the Lakeland Economic Development Council has reported that the Heritage Business Center will lease 10,000 square feet of space to Dal-Tile Corp., which will use the space as a distribution cent
Atlanta, GA, February 2--Home Depot reached a promotional agreement with reality television company Mark Burnett Productions to have its products and services integrated in TV programs.
Rainham, England, February 2—-U.K. Floor coverings group Carpetright reported a "tough" January sale in the UK and Ireland and said trading in all its markets had been subdued.
London, England, February 2--A mystery buyer has launched a last-minute bid to save Scotland's oldest carpet manufacturer, according to the Glasgow Evening Times.
New York, NY, February 1--The International Council of Shopping Centers-UBS Retail Chain Store Sales Index plunged by 1.9% in the week ended Jan. 29 from the week before, on a seasonally adjusted, comparable-store basis, according to data released Tuesday
Rainham, England, February 1--Carpetright Plc, the U.K.'s largest carpet retailer, said same-store sales have dropped since its second half began as consumer spending has slackened. The shares fell as much as 4.3 percent.