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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.
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.
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.
Issaquah, WA, October 7--Costco Wholesale beat analyst expectations for its fiscal fourth quarter profit but missed expectations on sales.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
New York, October 28--Furniture retailers and manufacturers are pitted against each other in a battle that could reshape the industry, just days before the Department of Commerce decides on anti-dumping duties for Chinese wooden bedroom furniture.