Consumer Confidence Surges Higher
New York, NY, Aug. 25, 2009--Consumer sentiment rose more than expected in August, an indication that Americans' pessimism about the economy may be lifting.
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Milliken Eliminating All Paper Order Confirmations
Spartanburg, SC, Aug. 25, 2009--Milliken Floor Covering said it will eliminate all paper acknowledgements of orders effective Aug. 31.
Moyer Returns To Balta as President
Dalton, GA, Aug. 25, 2005--Patrick Moyer is returning to his former position as president at Balta U.S. after a three-year absence.
CFI Holds 16th Annual Conference
Kansas City, MO, Aug. 25, 2009--Certified Floorcovering Installers held its 16th annual conference Aug. 20 – 22.
Bona Opening West Coast Training Center
Aurora, CO, Aug. 25, 2009--Bona US, a specialist in hardwood floor finishing and floor care, is opening a West Coast Regional Training Center in Richmond, Calif. in September.
Lowe's, Woolworths in Australian Joint Venture
Mooresville, NC, Aug 25, 2009--Lowe's Companies said it has entered into a joint venture agreement with Australia's largest retailer, Woolworths Limited, to develop a network of home improvement stores in Australia.
Shaw Planning National Fall Flooring Promotion
Dalton, GA, Aug. 25, 2009--Shaw will hold another comprehensive national promotion, the 2009 Fall Flooring Event.
Chain Store Sales Off Slightly Week of Aug. 22
New York, NY, Aug. 25, 2009--Chain store retail sales for the week that ended Aug. 22 fell 0.2 percent, according to the weekly sales snapshot produced by the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) and Goldman Sachs.
President To Reappoint Fed Chairman Bernanke
Oak Bluffs, MA, Aug. 25, 2009--President Barack Obama plans to reappoint Ben Bernanke to a second term as chairman of the Federal Reserve.
Pfleiderer Misses Interest Payment; NA Sales Up
Neumarkt, Germany, Aug. 24, 2009 – Pfleiderer AG said that it was unable to fulfill the financial covenants agreed upon with its creditor banks.