Consumer Confidence Rises More Than Expected
New York, NY, Feb. 26, 2013 -- Consumer confidence accelerated more strongly than expected in February, according to the Conference Board.
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Harley Returns to Bentley Prince Street as COO
City of Industry, CA, Feb. 26, 2013 -- Bentley Prince Street has named Jim Harley chief operating officer, effective immediately.
Tri Way Contractors Co-Founder Baddeley Dies
Los Angeles, CA, Feb, 26, 2013 -- Philemon John "Jack" Baddeley, who co-founded Tri Way Contractors, died Feb. 18.
Budget Fight Hurting Economy, Survey Says
Washington, DC, Feb. 26, 2013 -- The budget squabble in Washington is slowing the U.S. economy, according to economists surveyed by the Associated Press.
Lowe's Reports Q4, Annual Income, Sales
Mooresville, NC, Feb. 25, 2013 -- Lowe’s reported fourth quarter net earnings of $288 million and earnings per share of $0.26.
Shaw Contract Extends Design Award Deadline
Cartersville, GA, Feb. 25, 2013 -- Shaw Contract Group has extended the entry deadline for the Design Is...Award to March 1.
Stifel Maintains 'Buy' on Mohawk, Lowers Forecast
New York, NY, Feb. 25, 2013 -- Analyst Stifel Nicolaus has a buy rating on shares of Mohawk although Stifel reduced its earnings estimate for 2013.
Shaw To Hold Spring Caress Promotion
Dalton, GA, Feb. 25, 2013 -- Shaw Floors is holding a Caress by Shaw Floors spring promotion featuring the manufacturer’s newest soft carpet rollout.
Study Shows Cleaning Reduces Carpet Allergens
Dublin, Ireland, Feb. 25, 2013 -- Airmid healthgroup, a biomedical research organization specializing in aerobiology, has announced the results of a recent study in domestic allergen reduction in carpets and soft furnishings.
Mohawk Fourth Quarter Earnings Up 40%
Calhoun, GA, Feb. 22, 2013 -- Mohawk Industries reported fourth quarter net earnings of $66 million and earnings per share of $0.95.