ServiceMaster Acquires Disaster Restoration Busine
Downers Grove, IL, February 2, 2006--ServiceMaster announced today several actions designed to increase shareholder value.
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Jobless Claims Sink to 5-1/2 Year Low
Washington, DC, February 2, 2006-- First-time seasonally adjusted claims for state unemployment benefits fell by 11,000 to 273,000 in the week ending Jan. 28, the Labor Department said Thursday.
What’ve You Done for your Mother Lately?
Dalton, GA, February 2, 2006—That’s the question surrounding all the buzz for the 2006 Chandler Awards, Patcraft Commercial Carpet’s national competition for architectural design and creative excellence.
Productivity Off in 4Q
Washington, DC, February 2, 2006--Productivity of the American workplace fell at an annualized rate of 0.6% in the fourth quarter, the first decline since the first quarter of 2001, the Labor Department estimated Friday.
Tile of Spain Announces the Winner “Win a Trip to
Miami, FL, February 3, 2006 – Tile of Spain and Dwell Magazine announce that Nancy Sevier of Concord, CA has been chosen as the winner of the 2006 Tile of Spain “Win a Trip to Spain” Sweepstakes.
Delays in Building Permit Approvals Cause Millions
Washington, DC, February 3, 2006 — The American Institute of Architects (AIA) today released a report showing that communities with a more efficient building permitting process can gain millions of dollars in tax revenues
Federated's Ups Forecast
Cincinnati, CA, February 3, 2006--Federated Department Stores reported a 1% increase in January same-store sales and increased its forecast for the fourth quarter.
Lowe's to Buy Back Added $1B in Stock
Mooresville, NC, February 2, 2006--Home improvement retailer Lowe's Cos. said Wednesday its board has approved an increase in its current share repurchase program of up to $1 billion.
Pulte's 4Q Earnings Up
Bloomfield Hills, MI, February 2, 2006--Pulte Homes reported fourth-quarter profit rose from the year-ago period driven by strong home deliveries and average selling prices.
Speedheat Intros woodBEwarmer
Atlanta, GA, February 2, 2006--As interest in floor heating continues to warm up in the U.S., progressive flooring retailers are exploring new ways to profitably offer “add on” heating products for