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Tricycle Celebrates 5th Anniversary

Tricycle Celebrates 5th Anniversary

Chattanooga, TN, May 25, 2007--Tricycle celebrates its fifth anniversary of incorporation this month. The company launched a transformation of the interiors industry in 2002.

S&P Revises Outlook on Six Home Builders

S&P Revises Outlook on Six Home Builders

New York, NY, May 25, 2007--Standard & Poor's changed its rating outlook on six U.S. home builders to negative from stable, citing broad housing industry challenges and other factors.

Congoleum Discusses Insurance Decision

Congoleum Discusses Insurance Decision

Mercerville, NJ, May 23, 2007--Congoleum Corp. reported that a court decision was issued in Phase I of the trial addressing disputes regarding insurance coverage for asbestos liabilities.

NALFA Calls for Adherence to Industry Standards

NALFA Calls for Adherence to Industry Standards

Washington, DC, May 23, 2007--As the laminate flooring industry continues to expand, the need for quality metrics and recognition through credible certification for its products grows more critical.

New Home Sales Jump 16% in April

New Home Sales Jump 16% in April

Washington, DC, May 24, 2007—New home sales in April spiked 16% to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 981,000, according to a Commerce Department report.

Toll Brothers 2Q Earnings Drop

Toll Brothers 2Q Earnings Drop

Horsham, PA, May 24, 2007--Toll Brothers reported fiscal second quarter earnings that dropped to $36.7 million, or 22 cents per share, from $174.9 million, or $1.06 per share, a year ago.