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New York, January 16--The demand for ethanol made from corn is on the rise as oil prices remain aloft, and new state environmental regulations require more ethanol to be mixed with gasoline, according to a New York Times report.
New York, NY, January 16--According to the trade group the National Retail Federation, a slowdown in the housing market and rising energy costs will likely cause 'subdued' retail sales growth in 2006.
Lancaster, PA, January 13, 2006--Armstrong World Industries, Inc., today announced changes to its U.S. defined-benefit pension plan.
New York, NY, January 13, 2006--Lord & Taylor is for sale, fueling speculation about the fate of a venerable department store chain that offered American classic design but lost its highbrow appeal amid fierce competition.
January 12, Danville, VA--Columbia Flooring today announced it has reached an agreement with Laura Ashley Inc., to manufacture a line of hardwood and laminate flooring under the Laura Ashley brand name.
Atlanta, GA, January 12, 2006--Home Depot has launched The Home Depot SPEC Construction Loan program, available through all of its 1,767 U.S. stores.
Dalton, GA--Shaw has recently introduced PowerEdge, an innovative secondary backing that creates a stronger fabric at the roll edges to prevent roll crush and edge ravel at the seams.
Dalton, GA, January 11, 2006--Shaw Industries has introduced a comprehensive selection of today’s most current looks in carpet, with all styles featuring Anso’s popular Caress ultra-soft nylon.
Midland, MI, January 11, 2006)—Effective January 30, 2006, the Dow Latex business is increasing the prices of all latex products sold into the carpet industry by US$0.03/lb (dry) in the United States and Canada.
Atlanta, GA, January 10, 2006--Home Depot and Hughes Supply, Inc., a leading distributor of construction, repair and maintenance products, today announced a definitive agreement for Home Depot to acquire Hughes Supply for an aggregate consideration of $3.