Payrolls Grew in March at Fastest Pace in Four Yea
Washington, DC, Apr. 2--U.S. employers in March hired workers at the fastest clip in four years, offering the brightest sign yet for the struggling labor market.
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Columbia Flooring Acquires Tennessee Manufacturer
Danville, VA, Apr. 1--Columbia Flooring today announced that it has completed the acquisition of McMinnville Manufacturing Company, a producer of unfinished solid hardwood flooring located in McMinnville, TN.
Pergo Wins in the Supreme Court
Trelleborg, Sweden, Apr. 2--The Supreme Court has ruled in favor of Pergo in the copyright case, initiated by Välinge Innovation AB.
Showroom Expansion at AmericasMart
Atlanta, GA, Apr. 2--Jaipur Rugs and Peel & Company have expanded their showrooms.
Construction Spending Off In February
Washington, DC, Apr. 1--Spending on new construction eased in February as residential building slowed, the government said on Thursday.
Merrill Downgrades Wal-Mart & Other Retailers
Chicago, IL, Apr. 1--Merrill Lynch lowered its investment rating on Wal-Mart Stores Inc. and other top retailers on Thursday amid concerns that sales growth would taper off in the second half of the year.
Tile of Spain Names 2004 Industry Award Winner
Castellón, Spain, Apr. 1--The 2004 Tile of Spain Industry Award, formerly known as the Jerry Fisher Memorial Award, was given to Richard Johnson, Vice President of Florida Flooring Products.
Industry Pioneer James Brown Dies at 76
Dalton, GA, Apr. 1--James E. Brown, the founder of Brown Printing and Brown Industries, died at his home Tuesday after a battle with cancer. He was 76.
Producer Price Index Rises Slightly
Washington, DC, Apr. 1--U.S. inflation in the pipeline eased in February, validating the Federal Reserve's judgment that it can keep interest rates low until it sees a clear recovery in the job market.
Columbia to Increase Solid Flooring Prices
Danville, VA, Mar. 31--Columbia Flooring today announced a forthcoming 7% to 10% price increase on its entire range of 3/4-inch solid oak hardwood flooring products.