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Kathy Ireland Pens Deal With Leggett & Platt

Los Angeles, January 25, 2007--Sleep Comfort Systems, a part of the Urethane Technologies Division of Leggett & Platt, Incorporated a recognized world leader in the sleep industry, has announced an agreement with Kathy Ireland Worldwide.

Congressional Budget Office: Housing to Steady in

Washington, DC, January 25, 2007--The housing slump is expected to bottom out in 2007, but still be a drag on consumer spending, while business investment stays robust and corporate profit growth slows, congressional analysts said on Wednesday.

Centex Posts 3Q Loss

Dallas, TX, January 24, 2007--Centex reported a third quarter loss of $235.4 million, or $1.96 a share. In the year-ago quarter, Centex delivered earnings of $313.2 million, or $2.37 a share.

Foamex Updates Chapter 11 Case

Linwood, PA, January 24, 2007--Foamex said its equityholders voting on its Second Amended Joint Plan of Reorganization have voted unanimously to accept the Plan.

Online Job Availability Off in December

New York, NY, January 23, 2007--Online job availability declined in all 28 of the top U.S. metro markets in December, reflecting a seasonal hiring pause as employers concluded their holiday and year-end hiring efforts, according to the latest findings of

Nood Partners with Nylene Canada

Dalton, GA, January 22, 2007--In celebration of the first anniversary of its brand launch, Nood Floorcovering has debuted nine products created through a new partnership with Nylene Canada.

NAM: House Vote a Dissapointment For Energy Consum

Washington, DC, January 18, 2006 – The House vote today in support of legislation to increase taxes on oil and natural gas companies “comes as a disappointment to manufacturers in America,” NAM President John Engler said.

ServiceMaster Plans New $122M HQ

Memphis, TN, January 19, 2007--ServiceMaster Co. officials have confirmed the company is planning to build a $122 million office campus for its new headquarters in Memphis.