Leading Economic Indicators Fell Again in March
New York, NY, April 20, 2009--The Conference Board's index of leading economic indicators fell more than expected in March.
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Consumer Sentiment Highest Since September
Ann Arbor, MI, April 17, 2009--Consumer sentiment rebounded in April to the highest levels since September.
Tandus Gets ISO 14001 Certification in Georgia
Dalton, GA, April 2009--Carpet maker Tandus has received ISO 14001 certification for its manufacturing facilities in Dalton and Calhoun, Georgia.
Välinge, Wemhöner Develop New Bevel Machine
Viken, Sweden, April 16, 2009--Välinge Innovation Belgium BVBA has entered into a world-wide license agreement with the German machine producer Wemhöner Systems Technologies AG.
Amorim Signs New North Central Distributor
Hanover, MD, April 17, 2009 - Amorim Flooring said that All Tile Inc. will distribute its Wicanders cork products in the North Central region.
'Greenspiration' Home Features Karastan Rugs
Greensboro, NC, April 17, 2009—The Greenspiration Home, a showcase home for modern green building practices in Greensboro, featured four Karastan rugs.
Home Builder Confidence Up Most in Five Years
Washington, DC, April 16, 2009--Home builder confidence rose five points in April to the highest level since last October, according to the latest National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index.
New Home Starts, Permits Fell in March
Washington, DC, April 16, 2009--U.S. housing starts fell in March after a surprise increase in February, according to the Commerce Department.
China Wood Flooring Sales Fall for First Time
Moscow, Russia, April 16, 2009--China’s export of wooden flooring suffered a severe setback in the fourth quarter last year, according to Lesprom Network.
Lifting of Moratorium Causes Spike in Foreclosures
Irvine, CA, April 16, 2009--The faltering economy combined with the lifting of a moratorium on foreclosures, caused a spike in foreclosures last month, according to RealtyTrac Inc., a foreclosure listing firm.