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Eglisau/Zurich, Switzerland, Apr. 27--At the 75th ordinary Annual General Meeting in Zurich on April 27, the shareholders of Forbo Holding SA approved with a large majority all of the proposals put forward by the Board of Directors.
New York, NY, Apr. 27--Greater optimism about the job market pushed consumers' confidence in the economy unexpectedly higher in April.
Wilmington, DE, Apr. 28--Timber Resources International, Inc. announced that it has approved a strategic plan to expand its business operations into hardwood flooring.
Garner, NC, Apr. 28--Pergo is considering a $25 million expansion that would add 60 to 70 jobs at its Garner plant.
Manchester, NH, Apr. 28--Carpet One has unveiled a comprehensive store planning program aimed at helping its members develop attractive yet functional store environments.
Washington, DC, Apr. 28--Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan said the recent surge in oil and gas prices appears to be a long-lasting phenomenon.
Dalton, GA, Apr. 27--Shaw Industries has named Kathy Young to the company’s newly created position of creative director.
Dalton, GA, Apr. 27--Honeywell Nylon's third annual “Anso Nylon National Carpet Sale” will be held Sept. 1 through Oct. 16.
Charlotte, NC, Apr. 26--Home Depot Inc. Chief Financial Officer Carol Tome reiterated the home-improvement giant's forecast that earnings will grow 10% to 14% this fiscal year, excluding the impact of an accounting change.
Wilmington, DE, Apr. 26--DuPont Co. said Monday that it expects to realize a gain of about $77 million from the sale of its Invista textiles and interiors unit to two Koch Industries Inc. units.