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Apr 01, 2025 / The Right News Right When It Happens

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Construction Spending Rose 0.7% in February, Up 2.9% YOY

Washington, DC, April 1, 2025—Construction spending during February 2025 was estimated at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $2,195.8 billion, 0.7% above the revised January estimate of $2,179.9 billion, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

Today's Flooring News

Purchasing Managers' Index Declined to 49% in March

Tempe, AZ, April 1, 2025—The Manufacturing PMI registered 49% in March, 1.3 percentage points lower compared to the 50.3% recorded in February, say the nation's supply executives in the latest Manufacturing ISM Report On Business.

FCICA Meeting Underway Now in Fort Worth

Fort Worth, TX, April 1, 2025—The FCICA spring mid-year meeting is currently underway in Fort Worth, Texas, running through April 2.

HMTX Expands Partnership with Spartan Surfaces

Norwalk, CT, April 1, 2025—HMTX, a global flooring manufacturer, has announced its expanded national partnership with Spartan Surfaces, a specialty flooring distribution company.

FCITS to Offer Concrete Moisture Testing Class

Dalton, GA, April 1, 2025—FCITS (Flooring Consultants & Inspection Training Services) announces the upcoming Concrete Moisture Testing Class—a comprehensive, hands-on certification program tailored for Retailers’ Sales and Installation teams.

Castagliuolo to Step Down as President of UCX in 2026, Mancini Appointed

Mansfield, MA, April 1, 2025-UCX has announced that Paul Castagliuolo, president since 2016, will step down from his position, effective January 1, 2026.

Mohawk Appoints David Repp Chief Accounting Officer

Calhoun, GA, April 1, 2025—Mohawk Industries announced the appointment of David L. Repp as senior vice president – chief accounting officer and corporate controller.

Schattdecor Joins RFCI

La Grange, GA, April 1, 2025-Schattdecor has joined the Resilient Floor Covering Institute (RFCI), the trade association for the North American resilient flooring industry.

Job Openings Steady at 7.6 Million in February

Washington, DC, April 1, 2025—The number of job openings was little changed at 7.6 million in February, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported.

Flooring Contractor Brian Murray Charged with Tax Evasion

Yonkers, NY, April 1, 2025—"A Yonkers flooring contractor who was relieved of paying $636,000 in taxes eight years ago has been charged with tax evasion for not paying more than $700,000 since then,” according to Westfair Business Journal.