Raftery Named DFS Commercial President
Foster City, CA, February 21, 2006--Commercial flooring products and services company DFS Commercial, Inc., announced the appointment of Tim Raftery as president.
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Leading Indicators Up Sharply in January
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.
Tennant’s Q4 Earnings Up
Minneapolis, MN, February 21, 2006--Tennant Company reported net earnings of $6.4 million, or $0.70 per diluted share, on net sales of $152 million for its fourth quarter ended December 31, 2005.
Manpower Sees Employee Talent Shortage
Zurich, Switzerland, February 21, 2006--Employers are having difficulty finding the right people to fill jobs despite high unemployment in Europe and the United States, a survey by U.S.-based staffing firm Manpower showed on Tuesday.
Federated 4Q Earnings Up
Cincinnati, OH, February 21, 2006--Federated Department Stores reported fourth-quarter net earnings were up 59 percent, aided by the acquisition of May Department Stores.
Wal-Mart 4Q Earnings Rise 13.4%
Bentonville, AR, February 21, 2006-- Wal-Mart posted higher quarterly profit as an aggressive holiday advertising campaign drove demand for laptop computers and gift cards in the biggest shopping period of the year.
USGBC Partners on New Standard
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.
Feltex IH Earnings Drop
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.
Mobile Showroom Profitable for Florida Retailer
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.
American Hardwood Export Council Targets Exports t
Washington, DC, February 20, 2006--The American Hardwood Export Council (AHEC) has targeted $20 million worth of hardwood for export to India.