New York City Economy Improves in October
New York, NY, October 31, 2006--New York City companies reported better business conditions in October, although the outlook weakened for a third month in a row, according to an industry report on Tuesday.
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Chicago Business Growth Slows
Washington, DC, October 31, 2006--Business activity grew at a slower pace in October, but expanded in the Chicago region for the 42nd straight month in October, according to the Chicago purchasing managers index released Tuesday.
Weekly Chain Store Sales Off
New York, NY, October 31, 2006--Chain store sales slipped 0.2% slipped 0.2% for the week ended Oct. 28, on a week-over-week basis.
Survey: Internet to Influence One in Four Holiday
Washington, DC, October 30, 2006--From browsing to buying, the Internet will play a larger role than ever in holiday shopping this year, according to a new survey conducted for the National Retail Federation by BIGresearch.
Wellman 3Q Loss Widens
Fort Mill, SC, October 27, 2006--Wellman Inc reported a wider third-quarter loss on Thursday, citing disappointing results after raising prices and a charge related to closing an operation.
Implications on Adaptive Reuse for Multifamily Hou
Washington, DC, October 26, 2006--InformeDesign recently released a new issue of Implications, a monthly newsletter on design and human behavior, that examines the unique aspects and technical challenges of adapting vintage buildings for re-use as multifa
Bisher Named Kronotex PR Manager
Barnwell, SC, October 25, 2006--Laminate flooring manufacturer Kronotex USA announces that Meagan Bisher has joined its marketing team as Public Relations Manager.
Turkey Determined to Top World Carpet Market
Istanbul, Turkey, October 25, 2006--Turkey remains among the world’s biggest manufacturers of handloom and machine-made carpets.
World Market Center Donates Furnishings to Chariti
Las Vegas, NV, October 24, 2006--World Market Center, the rapidly-growing home furnishings trade complex located in downtown Las Vegas, is planning to make the holiday season brighter for several Las Vegas-based charities by planning a “Furniture Donation
Survey: 24% of Canadian Employers Seeing Wage Infl
Toronto, Ontario, October 24, 2006--24% of Canadian employers are having difficulty filling permanent professional positions due to a lack of available talent.