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Solutia Investors Want Monsanto Details

Solutia Investors Want Monsanto Details

New York, NY, July 18, 2007--A group of Solutia Inc. bondholders says the company shouldn't be allowed to proceed with its Chapter 11 reorganization plan until it provides more information about a proposed deal with Monsanto.

NAFCD Launches New Web Site

NAFCD Launches New Web Site

Chicago, IL, July 16, 2007--The North American Association of Floor Covering Distributors (NAFCD) has launched a new Web site, www.nafcd.org.

Harris Associates Raises Stake in Carpetright

Harris Associates Raises Stake in Carpetright

London, England, July 16, 2007-- Harris Associates LP said it has raised its stake in UK flooring company Carpetright PLC to 9.28 percent, after it purchased 39,115 shares at 11.1050 pounds apiece.

Stanley Furniture Posts 2Q Loss

Stanley Furniture Posts 2Q Loss

Stanleytown, VA, July 17, 2007--Stanley Furniture reported a second-quarter loss on Monday after taking a charge. It also cut its full-year profit and sales forecast, sending its shares lower in extended trading.

Interface Closes Sale of Fabrics Unit

Interface Closes Sale of Fabrics Unit

Atlanta, GA, July 17, 2007--Interface, Inc.said it has completed the sale of its fabrics division, known as InterfaceFABRIC, to an affiliate of Sun Capital Partners Inc.

BlueLinx and CCA Form Partnership

BlueLinx and CCA Form Partnership

Atlanta, GA, July 17, 2007--BlueLinx Holdings Inc., a distributor of building products in North America, and CCA Global Partners, Inc., jointly announced a strategic relationship.