Consumer Confidence Off In April
New York, NY, April 26--The Conference Board’s Consumer Confidence Index, which had declined in March, lost more ground in April.
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Stanley Furniture Earnings Up in 1Q
Stanleytown, VA, April 26--Stanley Furniture Co. Inc. reported an increase in first quarter earnings, helped by higher sales and improved operating efficiencies.
Chain Store Sales Off Last Week
New York, NY, April 26--Chain store retail sales slipped in the latest week, as cooler weather slowed the demand for spring apparel and other seasonal goods.
March New Homes Sales Up 12.2%
Washington, Dc, April 26--Sales of new homes rose an unexpected 12.2 percent in March, according to Commerce Department report issued Tuesday.
Colorado Flooring America Member Awards Big Screen
Colorado Springs, CO, April 26--Carl Mallery of Colorado Springs is the owner of a new 32" Sony flat screen television, thanks to his entry in the semi-annual Customer Thank You Giveaway, sponsored by Flooring America.
Wood Systems Adds Commercial Flooring Division
Tulsa, OK, April 26--Wood Systems has announced that it would add a commercial flooring division to its list of options to service clients.
Sales at UK’s Carpetright Off
London, England, April 26--Carpet retailer Carpetright blamed weak consumer demand for a sharp downturn in sales in the past six months.
Eliane Now Offered Through Belknap White Alcco
Carrollton, TX, April 25--Belknap White Alcco, a floor covering wholesale distribution leader in New England and upstate New York, has added Eliane Ceramic Tiles to its roster.
AFL-CIO Opposes Asbestos Bill
Washington, DC, April 25--The AFL-CIO labor federation said it opposed recently introduced legislation to create a $140 billion asbestos fund.
Furnishings Industry’s Future Is Tentative
Washington, DC, April 26--A surge in house buying and home improvement, helped by a maturing baby-boom generation with cash to spare, has created a profitable few years.