Growth in Manufacturing Sector Slows
Tempe, AZ, October 1, 2007--Economic activity in the manufacturing sector expanded in September for the eighth consecutive month.
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Study Finds Surge in Designers' Use of the Web
Washington, DC, October 1, 2007--A new study by The American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) shows that 92% of designers use the Web in their daily business.
Survey: Retailers Embracing Green Practices
Chicago, October 1, 2007--According to a new study by BDO Seidman, two-thirds of chief financial officers (CFOs) at leading U.S. retailers say their company is actively involved with "green" or environmentally friendly practices.
LCV Magnum Edge Polishers Available from Marmo
Southfield, MI, October 1, 2007--Marmo Machinery USA has a new line of LCV Magnum Vertical Edge Polishing Machines for straight flat-squared 1 to 6 cm thick marble or granite edges.
Interface Completes Redemption of Senior Notes
Atlanta, GA, September 27, 2007—Interface today completed the previously-announced redemption of all of its outstanding 7.3% Senior Notes.
Commercial Sector Drives Construction Spending
Washington, DC, September 28, 2007—Construction spending rose 0.2% in August, driven by an increase of 2.3% in the non-residential sector, according to the Commerce Department.
Consumer Sentiment Holds Steady
Ann Arbor, MI, September 28, 2007--Consumer sentiment remained unchanged in September, according to the Reuters/University of Michigan Consumer Sentiment Index.
Empire Today Named Among Top 200 Brands
Northlake, IL, September 28, 2007--Empire Today has been named one the Top 200 Brands in the U.S.by Advertising Age magazine.
Personal Income and Spending Up in August
Washington, DC, September 28, 2007—Personal spending rose 0.6 % in August for the largest increase in four months, according to the Commerce Department.
Ohio Wants Schools to be LEED Certified
Columbus, OH September 28, 2007--Hundreds of new and renovated schools are set to meet higher energy efficiency and environmental standards, according to the Ohio School Facilities Commission.