Home Prices Off in November
New York, NY, January 30, 2007--The prices of existing single-family houses extended their slide in most regions in November, trimming annual price gains, according to an index of major metropolitan areas.
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UK’s Carpetright Posts Better Than Expected Result
London, England, January 30, 2007--Carpetright, Britain's largest carpet retailer, posted better-than-anticipated third-quarter figures, with like-for-like sales just about positive versus expectations of a drop.
Afghan Rugs a Hit at Atlanta Market
Atlanta, GA, January 30, 2007--The close of the AmericasMart Atlanta marked the successful end of the highly anticipated four-day exhibition Afghan Impressions: Area Rug Artistry & Inspiration--a celebration of Afghanistan’s resurgent rug heritage and cul
Tennant to Receive Governor’s Award
Minneapolis, MN, January 30, 2007--Tennant Co has been chosen by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency/Minnesota Office of Environmental Assistance to receive a Governor’s Award for Excellence in Waste and Pollution Prevention.
Businesses at Odds Over Minimum Wage
Washington, DC, January 30, 2007--Businesses are at odds over minimum wage legislation, but the rift has little to do with a $2.10 hourly raise.
UK Tile Retailer Goes into Administration
Bridgend, Wales, January 29, 2007--Right Price Tiles, the 53-store ceramic tile retailer, has collapsed following a slump in sales and a rise in overheads.
360 Interchange to Launch EcoFoam and EcoPlastic a
Ashland, OR, January 26, 2007--360 Interchange, an emerging service company focused on sourcing, sales, marketing and development primarily between the US and China, will release six new flooring products at the Surfaces.
Initial Jobless Up Last Week
Washington, DC, January 25, 2007--The number of newly laid-off workers filing applications for state unemployment benefits climbed sharply in the latest week, suggesting some slack in labor markets at the beginning of the year.
Turkish Tile Producer Ege Seramik Introduces New L
Norcross, GA, January 25, 2007--Ege Seramik, one of the largest and most complete manufacturers of high-quality ceramic tile in the world, has launched the “Piel Collection,” a glazed porcelain tile series for floors, walls and trim.
CLB Partners Invests in Fibro Chem
Huntington, N.Y. & Dalton, GA, January 25, 2007--CLB Partners, LLC, of Huntington, New York said they are participating in the recapitalization of Fibro Chem, Inc. with an investor group led by CLB Partners in conjunction with the present owners and manag