Bidder Chosen for C&A's Flooring Unit
Southfield, MI, December 14, 2006--Collins & Aikman Corp. said Wednesday it had selected a bidder for its North American automotive flooring and acoustic components business.
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ASID Offers New Research on Sustainability
Washington, DC, December 13, 2006--As sustainability and environmental consciousness become increasingly important to the interior design profession, the American Society of Interior Designers presents a new series of sustainable design white papers, enti
Commercial/Multifamily Mortgage Debt Outstanding G
Washington, DC, December 13, 2006--The level of commercial/multifamily mortgage debt outstanding grew by 2.9 percent in the third quarter, reaching $2.845 trillion, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) analysis of the Federal Reserve Board
Weekly Chain Store Sales up 3.2% From Year Ago
New York, NY, December 12, 2006--Chain store sales rose 3.2% for the week ended Dec. 9, compared to the year-ago period, according to a survey released Tuesday by the International Council of Shopping Centers Inc. and UBS Securities LLC.
International Tile to Launch Tile Studio Facility
Palm City, FL, December 12, 2006--International Wholesale Tile Inc. (IWT), a distributor and merchandiser of ceramic, porcelain and natural stone, floor and wall coverings, opened its brand new tile studio facility in Palm City, Florida last month.
Moody's Places Furniture Brands on Review
New York, NY, December 12, 2006--Moody's Investors Service placed Furniture Brands International Inc.'s 'Baa3' rating under review for possible downgrade Monday.
UK’s Carpetright Earnings Up Despite Laminate Decl
London, England, December 12, 2006--Carpet and flooring retailer Carpetright reported a continuing rise in profits for the first half and said the laminate market appears to have stabilised after a couple of tough years.
Weyerhaeuser: More Closures May Be Ahead
Federal Way, WA, December 8, 2006--Weyerhaeuser has said that challenging market conditions necessitate further actions, which the company said could include closures, curtailments and restricted operating postures.
Surya to Relocate Corporate Offices to AmericasMar
Atlanta, GA, December 7, 2006--Surya Rugs, Inc, manufacturer of handmade area rugs, has expanded its AmericasMart showroom to 6,000 square feet of AmericasMart. Surya’s expansion continues the sixth floor’s growth momentum.
Monster Employment Index Up
New York, NY, December 7, 2006--The Monster Employment Index rose three points to a level of 175 in November, demonstrating stepped-up U.S. online recruitment activity as employers increased their year-end and holiday season hiring efforts.