Empire Manufacturing Index Negative Again
New York, NY, Dec. 17, 2012 -- The Empire State manufacturing index was negative for the fifth month in a row in December.
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Underwriters Buy Additional Armstrong Shares
Lancaster, PA, Dec. 14, 2012 -- Armstrong World Industries said that underwriters exercised their option to purchase 780,000 additional shares of common stock.
Industrial Output Surges in November
Washington, DC, Dec. 14, 2012 -- Industrial output rose more than expected in November, according to the Federal Reserve.
The Tile Shop To Open Distribution Center
Durant, OK, Dec. 14, 2012 -- The Tile Shop is expected to open a new distribution center in Durant in January, according to the Durant Daily Democrat.
Atlanta Rug Market Scheduled January 10-13
Atlanta, GA, Dec. 14, 2012 -- The 2013 Atlanta International Area Rug Market featuring the National Oriental Rug Show runs Jan. 10-13.
Foreclosure Activity Down, but Repossessions Rise
Irvine, CA, Dec. 13, 2012 -- The number of homes entering the foreclosure process in November was at its lowest level since December 2006, according to tracking firm RealtyTrac.
Initial Jobless Claims Fall Sharply
Washington, DC, Dec. 13, 2012 -- Initial claims for unemployment benefits declined more than forecast last week to the lowest level since early October, according to the Labor Department.
Retail Sales Rise in November
Washington, DC, Dec. 13, 2012 -- Retail sales rose in November, according to the Commerce Department.
Pergo Signs Licensing Agreement With Framerica
New York, NY, Dec. 13, 2012 -- Pergo LLC, along with its affiliate, Pergo (Europe) AB, said it has signed a licensing agreement with Framerica Corporation of Yaphank, New York.
Mortgage Application Volume Rises
Washington, DC, Dec. 13, 2012 -- Mortgage application volume last week rose 5.9% from the prior week, the Mortgage Bankers Association said.