Jobless Rate Improved and Payrolls Rose in July
Washington, DC, August 5, 2011--Last month, the economy improved as 117,000 new jobs were added, following a 46,000 job increase in June, according to the Labor Department.
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Oil Prices Continue Recent Plunge
New York, NY, Aug. 5, 2011 -- Oil prices extended recent sharp losses, falling to near $85 a barrel Friday.
Teragren Signs Distributor The Master's Craft
Bainbridge Island, WA, Aug. 2, 2011 -– Bamboo flooring firm Teragren said it has signed a new distribution agreement with The Master’s Craft.
Empire Today Expands in South Carolina
Northlake, IL, Aug. 5, 2011 -- Empire Today said it has expanded its services in South Carolina, serving the Greenville-Spartanburg and Columbia areas.
Dixie Group Swings To Second Quarter Profit
Chattanooga, TN, Aug. 4, 2011 -- The Dixie Group reported second quarter net income of $766,000 or $0.06 per share, compared to a net loss of $744,000 in the second quarter last year.
Initial Jobless Claims Edge Lower
Washington, DC, Aug. 4, 2011 -- New applications for unemployment benefits edged down to 400,000, a decline of 1,000, according to the Labor Department.
Beaulieu Downsizing at Alabama Spun Yarn Plant
Eufaula, AL, Aug. 4, 2011 -- Beaulieu of America is downsizing at its spun yarn plant in Eufaula, as the industry continues to move from spun yarn to filament.
Retailers Report Strong July Sales
New York, NY, Aug. 4, 2011 -- Many U.S. retailers recorded strong sales in July as shoppers escaped the heat at shopping malls and took advantage of aggressive discounts.
Mortgage Rates Dip, Spurring Mortgage Applications
Washington, DC, Aug. 4, 2011 -- Mortgage applications rose about 7% last week from the week before, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association.
NSF International Names Sustainability Manager
Ann Arbor, MI, Aug. 4, 2011 -- NSF International has promoted Tom Bruursema to general manager of NSF Sustainability.