Asbestos Bill May Get New Push
New York, NY, November 8--Business lobbyists are confident they will now be able to win congressional approval for legislation to end asbestos litigation, according to a published report.
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Pace of Factory Growth Slows in Oct
Tempe, AZ, November 1-- The pace of growth at U.S. factories slowed in October. The Institute for Supply Management said its index of national manufacturing activity fell to 56.8 in October from 58.50 in September.
Foamex Names Lieberman to its Board
Linwood, PA, October 29-- Foamex has named David A. Lieberman to the company's board of directors. Lieberman will also serve on the board's audit committee.
Carpetright to Open in Debenhams Locations
Rainham, England, October 27--Floor coverings retailer Carpetright yesterday reported a near 9 per cent leap in first-half sales and said it would soon be opening in Debenhams stores.
Costco Beats Q4 Earnings, Misses Sales
Issaquah, WA, October 7--Costco Wholesale beat analyst expectations for its fiscal fourth quarter profit but missed expectations on sales.
Report: Federated Looking to Sell Credit Card Port
Cincinnati, OH, November 15-- Federated Department Stores Inc. is looking to sell its credit card portfolio for about $3 billion, according to a New York Post report.
Toll Reiterates '05 Income Growth of 30% Plus
Huntingdon Valley, PA, November 8--Luxury home builder Toll Brothers Inc.'s demand through the end of October was very strong, chairman and chief executive Robert Toll said on Wednesday, reiterating its outlook from last month.
San Francisco Announces Green Building Ordinance
Washington, October 29 - San Francisco has announced the adoption of a Green Building Ordinance, which requires that all new projects, including city-owned facilities and leaseholds, achieve a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Silver ce
Travel Spending Rose 6.9% This Year
Los Angeles, October 26--The Travel Industry Assn. of America will say in its annual forecast Friday that people will spend $592.6 billion on travel in the U.S. this year, up 6.9% from 2003, according to the Los Angeles Times.
American Fibers Closes Rocky Mount Facility
Rocky Mount, NC, November 15--Job losses in the textile industry continue with American Fibers & Yarn Co.'s Rocky Mount plant closure, according to the Rocky Mount Telegram.