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New Yotk, NY, November 17, 2006--Mixed-use centers could profoundly alter the American landscape as the U.S. population continues to rise rapidly in the coming decades, panelists said at ICSC’s first ever conference devoted to this format.
Washington, DC, November 17, 2006--A National Association of Manufacturers’ 2006 Small Manufacturers Operating Survey showed respondents anticipate solid growth in the months ahead from strong sales and increases in exports and capital investment.
Hoffman Estates, IL, November 16, 2006--Sears reported quarterly earnings that more than tripled, due to sizable gains from investments, cost cutting and improved demand for clothing
Washington, DC, November 15, 2006--While a major drop in gasoline prices hurt receipts at gas stations across the country, most of the retail industry continued to experience subdued growth as consumers recharge for the holiday season.
Brussels, Belgium, November 15, 2006--The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development is providing a €38.9 million financing package to Barlinek Invest, a wholly owned subsidiary of Barlinek SA, the largest wooden floor board manufacturer in Poland.
Toronto, Ontario, November 15, 2006--Sears Holdings latest attempt to continue its privatization bid for Canadian subsidiary Sears Canada has been halted, after an Ontario court denied an application allowing Sears Holding to appeal a provincial regulator
Fort Worth, TX, November 14, 2006--D.R. Horton, the largest U.S. home builder, on Tuesday said quarterly profit fell 51 percent as orders declined, but results topped forecasts.
New York, NY, November 14, 2006--Chain store retail sales slipped in the latest week with a mixed performance regionally, a retail report said on Tuesday.
Denver, CO, November 14, 2006--Vinyl’s numerous environmental and health benefits are on display this week at the nation’s principal green building expo.
Saddle Brook, NJ, November 14, 2006--Nourison Rug Corporation has been selected for a 2006 Partner of the Year Award by Expo Design Center.