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Cleveland, OH, July 22—Paintmaker, retailer Sherwin-Williams in its second quarter reported income increase of 14.8 percent, to $126.4 million. Diluted earnings per common share were $.87 per share compared to $.75 per share in 2003.
Morris Township, NJ, July 21 – Honeywell today announced second quarter earnings per share of $0.42, an increase of $0.05 or 14% over the prior year.
Calhoun, GA, July 21--Mohawk Industries, Inc. today announced record diluted earnings per share (EPS) and net earnings for the second quarter of 2004 of $1.29 (15% above last year) and $87,158,000 (16% above last year), respectively.
Clifton, NJ, July 21--Home decor retailer Linens 'n Things Inc. said its quarterly profit fell, matching its lowered forecast, after it drew fewer-than-expected shoppers in May.
Atlanta, GA, July 21--Renaissance Tile & Bath has expanded its showroom presence through a new location in the Washington, D.C., area.
Dubai, Saudi Arabia, July 21--H2O Concepts is poised to launch an aggressive marketing campaign for its newly-established flooring division, following its recent tie-up with Tarkett, a leading French manufacturer of flooring tiles.
Atlanta, GA, July 21—Invista has announced the introduction of Stainmaster carpet cushion.
Washington, July 21--Fed Chairman Alan Greenspan said today the U.S. central bank aims to continue raising interest rates at a gradual clip over the next 18 months or so.
Atlanta, GA, July 21--Home Depot said the first of its two planned Manhattan stores will open in the Flatiron District on Sept. 10.
Arlington, TX, July 21-- D.R. Horton, Inc., the number one U.S. home builder, reported that net income for the quarter ended June 30, 2004 increased 62% to $251.3 million or $1.06 per diluted share.