Federated Boosts 1st Quarter Outlook
Cincinnati, OH, Mar.4--Federated Department Stores reported a better-than-expected 9 percent jump in February sales at stores open at least a year and raised its first-quarter earnings forecast.
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Shaw's R2x Stain and Soil Remover a Hit with D
Dalton, GA, Mar. 4--Shaw Industries is reporting an excellent response to its new R2x Stain and Soil Remover.
Fed Notes Slow Job Growth Amid Economic Expansion
Washington, D.C., Mar. 4-- Employment is growing slowly as the U.S. economy continues to expand, the Federal Reserve reported Wednesday.
Mohawk Sees ’04 Capital Expenditures of $140M To $
Calhoun, GA, Mar. 4--Mohawk Industries Inc. said it expects 2004 capital expenditures, excluding acquisitions, to be between $140 million and $160 million.
Forbo Names New CEO and New Chairman
Eglisau, Switzerland, Mar. 4--Swiss floor coverings maker Forbo Group has appointed This Schneider as its new chief executive with immediate effect, replacing Werner Kummer who will leave the company.
New Flooring Fights Bacteria
Montpellier, France, Mar. 3--A new range of polyurethane resin-based floor systems that combines an antimicrobial layer has been launched.
Costco's Earnings Up 25% in the 2nd Quarter
Issaquah, WA Mar. 2--Costco Wholesale Corp. said fiscal second-quarter earnings jumped 25%, as sales were boosted by stronger foreign currencies and the recently ended grocery strike in southern California.
Greenspan: Rates Must Rise At Some Point
Washington, Mar. 3--Interest rates are too low for long-term economic stability and will have to rise at some point, Federal Reserve chairman Alan Greenspan said.
Hospitals to Boost Spending
New York, Mar. 3--Hospitals plan to boost capital spending by 14% annually over the next five years, a new survey shows, a move that could squeeze many hospital systems' already thin profits.
Louisiana-Pacific Lowers 4th Quarter Earnings
Portland, OR, Mar. 2--Louisiana-Pacific Corp. said it lowered its fourth-quarter earnings because of a change to its legal reserves stemming from a recent adverse court ruling.