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Washington, DC, October 19, 2006-- Recognizing that the majority of Americans want to remain in their homes as they age, the American Society of Interior Designers has established a council to look at how design solutions can enhance and support residents
Parkersburg, WV, October 18, 2006--After following more than 6,000 employees for more than 50 years, DuPont epidemiologists today released a study that found no increased mortality risk in workers exposed to PFOA.
Washington, DC, October 17, 2006—The producer price index dropped by 1.3% in September, as the price of energy goods tumbled at the fastest rate in 20 years.
Washington, DC, October 13, 2006-- The sharp drop in gasoline prices drove the value of U.S. retail sales down by 0.4% in September, the Commerce Department reported Friday.
Ann Arbor, MI, October 13, 2006--Consumer sentiment improved in October, according to researchers at the University of Michigan on Friday.
Washington, DC, October 12, 2006--The trade gap of goods and services set a new record high in August, driven up once again by a record price of crude oil, a government report showed Thursday.
Washington, DC, October 5, 2006--The Federal Reserve remains worried inflation is too high, but is also watching to see how much a "substantial correction" in housing markets will slow economic growth, Fed Chairman Ben Bernanke said.
Roseland, NJ, October 4, 2006--Private employers added 78,000 jobs in September, according to the ADP National Employment Report.
Grand Rapids, MI, October 3, 2006--Office furniture order growth slowed again in August, continuing months of erratic growth that analysts said was a further sign the market is moderating.
Morris Township, NJ, October 3, 2006—Honeywell Resins & Chemicals today announced that it will expand production of caprolactam, a key raw material used in the production of nylon, at its Hopewell, Va. facility.