Forbo Reports First Half 2005 Results
Eglisau, Switzerland, August 23--In the first half-year 2005, Forbo achieved net sales of CHF 829.4 million, (US$652.9 million) compared to the previous year's CHF 827.0 million (US$651.3 million).
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Glennon Named CEO at Master Tile
Houston, TX, August 23--Master Tile appointed Bobby Glennon as Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Glennon's leadership will drive Master Tile's national expansion in the ceramic tile and stone distribution business.
Shop.org to Explore 'The Gender Agenda' at
Washington D.C., August 23--Online retailers will explore whether gender matters online at the Shop.org 2005 Annual Summit, September 12-14 at The Venetian Las Vegas.
Bissell to Intro Handsfree Carpet Cleaner
Grand Rapids, MI, August 23—-Bissell Homecare, Inc. today announced it will introduce the world’s first "handsfree" compact deep cleaner this September.
Remodeling Market Remains Strong in 2Q
Washington, DC, August 23--Remodeling activity continued to grow in the second quarter of 2005, according to the National Association of Home Builders’ (NAHB) Remodeling Market Index (RMI).
Albuquerque to Host NAHB’s 2006 National Green Bui
Washington, DC, August 22--Home builders eager to expand into one of the fastest-growing segments of the new-homes market will gather in Albuquerque, N.M., to network and learn at the 2006 National Green Building Conference, March 12-14.
Armstrong.com Welcomes Spanish-Speaking Shoppers
Lancaster, PA, August 23--Making a commitment to better serve Hispanic consumers and build traffic for its retailers, Armstrong has launched its web site – Armstrong.com – in Spanish.
Tricycle a Finalist in UK's Green Apple Awards
Leeds, United Kingdom, August 23--Sustainable design company Tricycle, Inc. has been chosen as a finalist in the Green Apple awards, an international campaign to recognize best environmental practices by companies, communities and countries.
Chain Store Sales Fall For Third Straight Week
New York, NY, August 23--Chain store retail sales fell for the third consecutive week, as retailers felt the effects of consumers cutting back on spending due to record high gasoline prices, a retail report said on Tuesday.
Williams-Sonoma 2Q Earnings Up 12%
San Francisco, August 23—-Retailer Williams-Sonoma reported second-quarter net earnings that rose 12% to $30.8 million, or $0.26 a share, from $27.6 million, or $0.23, a year ago.