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Hamilton, NJ, March 7, 2023-The Dodge Momentum Index (DMI), issued by Dodge Construction Network, advanced 1.9% in February to 203.0 from the revised January reading of 199.3. In February, the commercial component of the DMI rose 1.4%, and the institutional component increased 2.9%.
Bristol, VA, March 7, 2023—Universal Fibers is proud to announce the launch of You First, a global commitment to its customers.
Memphis, TN, March 6, 2023-The Fuse Commercial Flooring Network meeting is underway now in Memphis, Tennessee at the Peabody Hotel.
Washington, DC, March 6, 2023—New orders for manufactured goods in January, down two of the last three months, decreased $8.9 billion or 1.6% to $542.8 billion, the U.S. Census Bureau reported.
St. Louis, MO, March 6, 2023-The National Wood Flooring Association has issued the following statement, “Hardwood industry leaders have issued statements touting the benefits of real wood products over highly processed, wood-look alternatives. The statements come in response to the recent train derailment and chemical spill that took place in East Palestine, Ohio.
New York, NY, March 6, 2023—Rising mortgage rates are cooling the U.S. housing market, sapping recent buyer interest heading into the crucial spring selling season, reports the Wall Street Journal.
High Point, NC, March 6, 2023—"Furniture industry consultant Smith Leonard just released a survey of furniture manufacturers and distributors showing new orders in December 2022 were down 31% from December 2021 and down 33% for the year,” reports Furniture Today.
Mooresville, NC, March 3, 2023-The Lowe's Foundation announced a $50 million commitment over the next five years to prepare 50,000 people for skilled trades careers through grants to community and technical colleges and community-based nonprofits.
St. Louis, MO, March 3, 2023—Registration is now open for the National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA) 2023 Wood Flooring Expo, which will be held from May 2 to 4 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin at the Wisconsin Center.
Washington, DC, March 3, 2023—"Consumers pulled back on purchases of apparel and electronics in recent months while continuing to spend on groceries and other necessities, according to some of the largest U.S. retailers,” reports the Wall Street Journal.