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Consumer Sentiment Up

Ann Arbor, MI, October 13, 2006--Consumer sentiment improved in October, according to researchers at the University of Michigan on Friday.

Trade Gap Sets Record in August

Washington, DC, October 12, 2006--The trade gap of goods and services set a new record high in August, driven up once again by a record price of crude oil, a government report showed Thursday.

Bernanke: Fed Eyeing Housing & Inflation

Washington, DC, October 5, 2006--The Federal Reserve remains worried inflation is too high, but is also watching to see how much a "substantial correction" in housing markets will slow economic growth, Fed Chairman Ben Bernanke said.

Honeywell to Expand Caprolactam Production

Morris Township, NJ, October 3, 2006—Honeywell Resins & Chemicals today announced that it will expand production of caprolactam, a key raw material used in the production of nylon, at its Hopewell, Va. facility.

Office Furniture Order Growth Slows

Grand Rapids, MI, October 3, 2006--Office furniture order growth slowed again in August, continuing months of erratic growth that analysts said was a further sign the market is moderating.

Faus Wins 2006 Design Of Times Display Award

Calhoun, GA, October 2, 2006-– Faus Group, Inc. (“Faus”) won a first place Gold award for its Fausfloor® Gallery independent retail store laminate display during the IN-STORE Marketing Expo held in Chicago, Illinois.

Consumer Sentiment Up

Washington, DC, September 29, 2006--Consumer sentiment strengthened in late September, according to media reports Friday of proprietary research from the University of Michigan.