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New York NY, February 21, 2006--The Conference Board announced today that the U.S. leading index increased 1.1 percent, the coincident index increased 0.2 percent and the lagging index increased 0.7 percent in January.
Wellington, New Zealand -- Troubled carpet maker Feltex has reported a drop in first-half profit of nearly 200 per cent, but was cautiously optimistic about its outlook following a drastic restructure.
Washington, DC, February 20, 2006--The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) will partner with two national construction associations to create new green-building standards.
Atlanta, GA, February 20, 2006--Home Depot has a bold vision to expand its online sales, including plans to broadcast live product demonstrations and how-to infomercials on its web site, automation of special-order sales, and new catalogs focused on categ
Washington, DC, February 20, 2006--The American Hardwood Export Council (AHEC) has targeted $20 million worth of hardwood for export to India.
Bradenton, FL, February 20, 2006--The home base of Nationwide Floor and Window Coverings of Manatee County is located inside the house of a tight-knit Parrish family.
Atlanta, GA, February 20, 2006 -– Simply Floored now offers consumers a variety of online resources for learning about home flooring options and selecting the right type of flooring for their lifestyle and design preferences.
New York, NY, February 20, 2006--Hitwise, the leading online competitive intelligence service, has named Lori Keith, internet marketing manager at Mannington Mills to its newly formed Client Advisory Board.
Bhadohi, India, February 17, 2006--Over 300 carpet exporters and importers from India and abroad will participate in the three-day 'Carpet Expo 2006' at New Delhi's Pragati Maidan from tomorrow, according to Business Line.
Toronto, Ontario, February 17, 2006--Union Felt Products Inc., a manufacturer of carpet underlay and other padding, was fined $70,000 today for a violation of the Occupational Health and Safety Act that resulted in a serious hand injury to an employee.