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Federated 4Q Earnings Rise, Plans Name Change

Cincinnati, OH, February 28, 2007--Federated Department Stores reported a 5 percent rise in fourth-quarter profit on Tuesday, buoyed by sales at its Macy's stores, but its outlook disappointed.

Home Depot Sees Earnings Decline in 2007

Home Depot Sees Earnings Decline in 2007

Atlanta, GA, February 28, 2007--Home Depot said Wednesday it will pump $2.2 billion into improving its business this year amid internal projections that show overall sales will grow only slightly and earnings per share will fall.

Eliane Receives Environmental Awards

Eliane Receives Environmental Awards

Carrollton, TX, February 26, 2007--Eliane Ceramic Tiles has received three prestigious awards for its environmental protection programs at its manufacturing plants in Brazil.

Flexco Names Kenco Distributor Of The Year

Tuscumbia, Alabama, February 27, 2007--Flexco, a manufacturer of rubber, vinyl and ESD control commercial flooring, recently named Nashville-based Kenco Distributing Inc. as the recipient of its 2006 Distributor of the Year Award.

Dixie’s 4Q Earnings Off

Dixie’s 4Q Earnings Off

Chattanooga, TN, February 27, 2007--The Dixie Group in the fourth reported net income of $3.3 million, or $0.25 per diluted share, compared with $3.1 million or $0.24 per diluted share, for the fourth quarter of 2005.

Mohawk Expands DreamVision Function on Website

Mohawk Expands DreamVision Function on Website

Dalton, GA, February 26, 2007--When Mohawk reworked its consumer website in 2006, the company included a variety of interactive features that gave consumers the ability to better understand floor coverings and to visualize how they would look in a home.

Survey: Homeowner Want Upscale Features

Survey: Homeowner Want Upscale Features

Washington, D.C., February 27, 2007--As kitchens have evolved into the most popular room in the home, consumers are increasingly looking for high-end appliances, additional pantry space and recycling centers.