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Washington, DC, May 15, 2007--The May 2007 Economic Outlook from the National Association of Manufacturers pointed to an economy currently stuck in low gear that will accelerate slightly in the second half of 2007.
Las Vegas, NV, May 15, 2007--The International Interior Design Association (IIDA) and Hospitality Design Magazine announced the winners of the 11th Annual IIDA/Hospitality Design Product Design Competition.
New York, NY, May 15, 2007--Chain store sales rose 2.6 percent last week from the year-ago period, on Mother's Day purchases, according to the International Council of Shopping Centers and UBS Securities.
Washington, DC, May 15, 2007--The consumer price index in April rose 0.4 percent after increasing 0.6 percent in March, according to a report from the Labor Department.
Washington, DC, May 15 2007--Delegates to the American Institute of Architects (AIA) National Convention elected Marvin J. Malecha, FAIA, to serve as the 2008 AIA first vice president/president-elect and 2009 Institute president.
Atlanta, GA, May 15, 2007--Home Depot in the first quarter reported net earnings that were off 30% to $1.0 billion, or $0.53 per share, from $1.5 billion, or $0.70 per share in the year-ago period.
Conroe, TX, May 11, 2007--Flowcrete International has launched a unique ultra fast-track flooring system, specifically designed for the fast-moving commercial sector.
Washington, DC, May 14, 2007--National Association of Manufacturers’ President John Engler observed the 400th Anniversary of America and manufacturing in the New World today.
Shanghai, China, May 14, 2007--Invista has signed a letter of intent for investment to build a production complex at the Shanghai Chemical Industry Park.
Philadelphia, PA, May 14, 2007--More than 150 flooring contractors from the U.S. and Canada were guests of the INSTALL program at a floor covering conference dedicated to sharing best practices in the floor covering industry.