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Existing-Home Sales Declined 5.5% in October
Washington, DC, November 12, 2026—Existing-home sales decreased by 5.5% month-over-month and decreased by 8.8% year-over-year, according to the National Association of Realtors Existing-Home Sales report.CRI Names 2027 Board, Elects Mohawk’s Joe Semaan as Chair
The Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI) announced its 2027 board of directors at its annual meeting.CRI Presents Smrekar Award to Shaw’s Troy Virgo
The Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI) named Shaw Industries’ Troy Virgo the recipient of its 2026 Joseph J. Smrekar Memorial Award, recognizing his service to the carpet…Cali Names Alex Brodkin President, Jackson Remains CEO
San Diego, CA, November 11, 2026—Cali announced that Alex Brodkin has been named president, effective immediately. Doug Jackson will continue to lead as chief executive officer.Sullivan’s Carpet and Furniture Closes in Grand Rapids After 77 Years
Grand Rapids, MI, November 12, 2026—Sullivan’s Carpet and Furniture, a retailer in Grand Rapids, Michigan for 77 years, has closed, reports WZZM13.Dixie Group Q3 Sales Up 4.7%, Income Positive
Dalton, GA, November 11, 2026—The Dixie Group had net sales of $65.2 million, up 4.7% from the prior year’s $62.3 million.Mohawk’s Light Lab Marks 10 Years
Mohawk celebrated the tenth anniversary of its Light Lab Design Center on Tuesday with an event highlighting a decade of creativity, collaboration and learning.Mortgage Applications Rose by 6.2% in Week Ending November 6
Washington, DC, November 11, 2026–The volume of mortgage applications in the U.S. rose by 6.2% on the week ending November 6, the sharpest weekly increase since June,…Synergy Convention & Expo Begins Today in Chattanooga
Chattanooga, TN, November 10, 2026—The 2026 Synergy Convention & Expo begins today at the Chattanooga Marriott Downtown in Chattanooga, Tennessee, hosted by Certified Flooring Installers (CFI), the…October Consumer Prices Rose 0.4% from September, Up 3.7% YOY
Washington, DC, November 10, 2026–The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) increased 0.4% on a seasonally adjusted basis in October after rising 0.6% in September, the…
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