Manufacturing Expands for 34th Consecutive Month
Tempe, AZ, June 1, 2012 -- Economic activity in the manufacturing sector expanded in May for the 34th consecutive month, according to the Institute for Supply Management.
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Vermont Firm Creates Whey-Based Wood Finish
Greensboro, VT, June 1, 2012 -- A company here has created a wood flooring finish using whey, a by-product of cheese making.
Consumer Spending Rises in April
Washington, DC, June 1, 2012 -- Consumer spending edged up modestly in April, according to the Commerce Department.
Brent Crude Falls Below $100
London, England, June 1, 2012 -- The price of Brent crude fell below $100 a barrel on Friday for the first time since October 2011 on concerns about the European and Chinese economies.
NeoCon Expands International Presence
Chicago, IL, June 1, 2012 -- Trade show NeoCon said it has expanded its international presence.
NALFA Pushes Meaning of Certification Seal
Washington, DC, June 1, 2012 -- The North American Laminate Flooring Association wants to impress upon the flooring shopper that the NALFA Certification Seal is a testament to a laminate floor’s quality.
Distressed Homes Make Up 26% of Sales
Irvine, CA, May 31, 2012 -- Distressed homes accounted for more than 25% of home sales during the first three months of the year, according to tracking firm RealtyTrac.
Carlisle Offers Financing for Professionals
Stoddard, NH, May 31, 2012 -- Carlisle Wide Plank Floors said it is offering an enhanced credit program for design and construction industry professionals.
Jobless Applications Rise Last Week
Washington, DC, May 31, 2012 -- Initial applications for unemployment benefits rose last week to the highest level in more than a month, according to the Labor Department.
Companies Add More Jobs in May than April
Roseland, NJ, May 31, 2012 -- Companies in the U.S. added 133,000 jobs in May, according to the ADP employment report.