Consumer Price Index Off in October
Washington, DC, November 16, 2006--The consumer price index eased in October, led by falling prices for gasoline and cars, the Labor Department reported Thursday.
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Shaw Flooring Alliance Convention Themed "Explore"
Dalton, GA, November 15, 2006--Shaw and the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resorts in Orlando, Florida welcome Shaw Flooring Alliance (SFA) dealers for the sixth convention, themed Explore, from January 14 through January 17.
IWT Tesoro Launches American Gres Subsidiary
Westport, CT, November 15, 2006--IWT Tesoro Corporation has established a new operating subsidiary, American Gres, Inc., to pursue opportunities in the domestic production of ceramic tile.
Housing Inventories Decline
New York, NY, November 15, 2006--The supply of homes for sale in major metropolitan areas declined modestly in October, a positive sign for sellers, new data shows.
Propex Reports 3Q Financials
Chattanooga, TN, November 15, 2006--Propex Inc. today reported 2006 third quarter financial results.
EPA’s Proposal Will Provide Real Benefits
Washington, DC, November 14, 2006--In comments submitted on the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) New Source Review proposal, the National Association of Manufacturers urged the EPA “to continue efforts that will simplify the regulatory permitting p
Survey: Percentage of First-Time Home Buyers Down
New Orleans, LA, November 13, 2006--Despite low mortgage interest rates, a smaller percentage of first-time home buyers are entering the market, according to an annual profile of buyers and sellers released by the National Association of Realtors.
Wholesale Inventories Rise to One-Year High
Washington, DC, November 9, 2006--Inventories at U.S. wholesalers rose to their highest level in relation to sales in more than a year in September, the Commerce Department reported Wednesday.
Federated Posts 3Q Loss of $3 Million
Cincinnati, OH, November 8, 2006--Federated Department Stores Inc., owner of the Macy's and Bloomingdale's chains, on Wednesday said it lost $3 million in the third quarter.
Home Depot to Spend $350 M to Revamp Stores
Atlanta, GA, November 8, 2006--The Home Depot has pledged to spend $350 million in the second half of this year to lure more customers in the midst of a cooling U.S. housing market that is crimping business at home improvement retailers.