Consumers Adjust to High Prices at the Pump
Washington, DC, May 18, 2006 – While consumers have seemed resilient in the face of higher energy costs, a tipping point may soon be in sight.
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Beaulieu of Australia Wins Green Award
Brisbane, Australia, May 18, 2006--Beaulieu of Australia was recognized for leadership and innovation in business sustainability at the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Sustainable Industries Awards held recently in Brisbane, Australia.
Boomer Survey Shows Big Appetite for Real Estate
Washington, DC, May 18, 2006--Baby boomers have a higher rate of homeownership than the national average and one out of four own more than one property, according to a new study of the largest generation in U.S. history commissioned by the National Associ
Lumber Liquidators Offers Discount to NASCAR Viewe
Charlotte, NC, May 18, 2006--Lumber Liquidators, primary sponsor for Craftsman Truck Series points leader Todd Bodine, announced today that television viewers of Friday's Quaker State & Lube 200 will have the opportunity to receive a 5% discount on ha
Leading Indicators Fall 0.1%
New York, NY, May 18, 2006--The Conference Board announced today that the U.S. leading index decreased 0.1 percent, the coincident index increased 0.2 percent and the lagging index increased 0.3 percent in April.
Home Depot to Repurchase More Shares
Atlanta, GA, May 18, 2006--Home Depot Inc., said its board approved the immediate repurchase of $2 billion in stock, as well as the expansion of its existing share-buyback program by an additional $2 billion.
93% Are Proud of a Shiny Floor
Denver, CO, May 18, 2006--According to a recent survey commissioned by Orange Glo International, a manufacturer of consumer cleaning products, 93 percent of people consider clean and shiny floors a source of pride in their homes.
Remodeling Market Strengthens
Washington, DC, May 18, 2006--Remodeling activity grew moderately in the first quarter of 2006, according to the National Association of Home Builders’ (NAHB) Remodeling Market Index.
Commercial Real Estate Continues Up
Washington, DC, May 18, 2006--The expanding economy is pulling commercial real estate along with it, creating strong demand for space. At the same time, institutional investors are returning to the market, according to a commercial market update and forec