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Existing-Home Sales Rose 0.6% in January

Washington, DC, February 19, 2021—Total existing-home sales increased 0.6% from December to a seasonally-adjusted annual rate of 6.69 million in January, according to the National Association of Realtors.

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Integrated Fiber Solutions Expanding Rome, Georgia Operations

Roma, GA, February 19, 2021-Integrated Fiber Solutions-a manufacturer of synthetic bulked continuous filament yarns for the carpet, rug, and automotive industries-will invest $30 million in expanding its operations in Rome, Georgia, according to Area Development.

West Coast Ports Overburdened, Congestion Creating Delays

Washington, DC, February 19, 2021—The ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach have been overburdened with a deluge of container imports over the last few months, reports Supply Chain Dive.

Coverings Reports on 2021 Tile Trends, Hosting Webinar on Feb. 23

Arlington, VA, February 19, 2021––Coverings has announced the 2021 tile trends forecasted by three leading international tile associations and sponsors of Coverings, Ceramics of Italy/Confindustria Ceramica, Ceramic Tile Manufacturers Association of Spain (ASCER)/Tile of Spain, and Tile Council of North America (TCNA), in commemoration of National Tile Day, which is February 23.

China Reduces Tariffs on Certain Wood Products

Washington, DC, February 19, 2021—China's Customs Tariff Commission of the State Council declared that tariffs have been reduced on certain products imported into China beginning January 1, according to the Decorative Hardwoods Association.