Trade Deficit Climbs in August
Washington, October 15-- The trade deficit, propelled by a steep foreign oil bill, surged in August to the second highest mark in history.
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Rug Company Helps Forming Economies
Philadelphia, PA, October 14--Craftsmen have been weaving carpets in Nepal for thousands of years. Humanitarian Stephanie Odegard is harnessing this traditional art with the aim of reforming the third world, according to the Daily Pennsylvanian.
Coverings 2005 On Pace for Sell-Out
Alexandria, Virginia – October 5 – Nearly eight months before the show, space reservations and sales for Coverings 2005 are on pace for a sold out show in Orlando next May.
Small Furniture Retailers Struggle Against Bigger
Ogden, Utah, October 4---As times change, so does the nature of the retail business. In the 21st century, many of the most successful retailers have lived by the "bigger is better" mantra.
CCA Golf Tournament Produces $120,000 for FCIF
Atlanta, GA, October 1—CCA Global Partners yesterday presented the Floor Covering Industry Foundation (FCIF) with a check for $120,000.
Industry Delegation Heads To Beijing Exhibition
Eureka, California, September 30--A flooring industry delegation representing a dozen firms from the U.s.and Canada is headed to the fifth China International Floor Coverings & Carpet Fair in Beijing.
May Names Team to Head Marshall Field's Busine
New York, September 29--May Department Stores Co. parent of Lord & Taylor and David's Bridal, named the executive team to head its newly acquired Marshall Field's business.
Wellman to Hike Polyester Staple Fiber Prices
Charlotte, NC, September 28--Wellman, Inc has announced, that effective with October 25, 2004 shipments, it will increase the price of all polyester staple fiber products for the apparel, home furnishings, nonwovens, industrial, and fiberfill markets by 3
Group Buys Massachusetts Retailer, Plans Expansion
Pittsfield, MA, September, 27--Former City Councilor Gary S. Grunin and his wife, Jean, have sold their two businesses to a family corporation involving Interprint CEO William Hines Sr., head of the "Jobs for Pittsfield" initiative.
Williams-Sonoma President to Retire in March
San Francisco, CA, September 23—Retailer Williams-Sonoma said Thursday that Patrick Cowell, president of the Williams-Sonoma brand, will retire in March 2005.