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DuPont reported that first quarter 2003 earnings, before special items and cumulative effect of changes in accounting principles, were up 11 percent, at $0.61 per share compared with first quarter 2002 earnings of $0.55.

Bayer Chemicals Corp. introduces BAYPROTECT SSB, a patent-pending stain repellent specifically formulated for commercial and residential carpets and rugs.

The Conference Board's Consumer Confidence Index, which had been on the decline for the past four months, improved sharply in April. The Index now stands at 81 (1985=100), up from 61.4 in March.

The Dixie Group, Inc. reported a net loss of $336,000, or $0.03 per diluted share, for the first quarter ended March 29, 2003, compared with net income of $496,000, or $0.04 per diluted share, for the first quarter of 2002.

After surging at the beginning of the year, existing single-family home sales declined in March but remain at a historically strong level, according to the National Association of Realtors.

Shaw Industries has acquired Georgia Tufters, Inc., headquartered in Calhoun, Ga., from majority owners Jeff and Fredrick Brown.

T&M Supply Cos. has scheduled its fourth annual Fabricator Demo Days for Friday, May 16.

Wunda Weve's new "For Your Eyes Only" promotion provides extra rewards for retail salespeople.

Q.E.P. Co. Inc. recently announced that it will report its financial results for the fiscal 2003 fourth quarter and full year ended February 28, 2003, on April 23 at 10 a.m. EST.

Mohawk Industries announced net earnings of $41,640,000 and diluted earnings per share (EPS) of $0.62 per share for the first quarter of 2003.