GDP Up 4.1% in 4th Quarter
Washington, D.C., Feb. 27--The U.S. economy was a bit stronger in the final three months of 2003 than earlier projected as the government raised its estimates on spending by consumers and businesses.
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Washington, D.C., Feb. 27--The U.S. economy was a bit stronger in the final three months of 2003 than earlier projected as the government raised its estimates on spending by consumers and businesses.
Prince Albert, Saskatchewan, Feb. 27---As part of its effort to improve strategic focus and competitiveness, Weyerhaeuser Co. intends to sell two mills in Saskatchewan.
Washington, DC, Feb. 26--Initial jobless claims climbed by 6,000 last week to a seasonally adjusted 350,000, the Labor Department reported Thursday.
Greensboro, NC, Feb. 25--International Steel Group Chairman Wilbur Ross moved a step closer to consolidating two of North Carolina's major textile companies Tuesday.
Washington, DC, Feb. 26--Durable goods orders tumbled in January amid the largest drop in transportation equipment demand since 2002.
Washington, DC—Feb. 26--Demand for new homes fell to the lowest level in eight months in January, but sales didn't drop as far as analysts expected.
Calhoun, GA, Feb. 29--Foam Products Corporation announces that on all Sta-Put polymeric foam non-skid area rug pads the warranty will be for the life of the rug.
Washington, Feb. 25--Sales of existing single-family homes were down in January from near-record highs but remain exceptionally strong.
Thomasville, NC, Feb. 25--The Thomasville City Council agreed to extend a $3.36 million economic incentives package to Unilin Decor Monday.
Mooresville, NC, Feb. 25--Lowe’s Companies, Inc. is the most admired specialty retailer in America for the second year in a row, according to the FORTUNE 2004 rating of Most Admired Companies.