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Economics: ITR forecast signals return to ‘normalized’ growth

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And let’s not talk about the broader global impact that the war in Ukraine has had on many different industries and countries. I can understand where the growing lack of confidence comes from, and there is no need to disparage those who collect and report the data. On top of that, the U.S. We’re just not going to spend any money.’

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Navigating the ‘new retail normal’

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The situation has been further complicated by the war in Ukraine, which is now in its 11 th month. During the height of the crippling shipping delays, Striegel reported that his customers, while frustrated, understood the complexity of the situation and rolled with the proverbial punches. “No

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Industry Disrupters 2022: Shattering the status quo

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Rising food and rent costs contributed to the big increase, the Bureau of Labor Statistics said, as did a surge in gas prices that will become more pronounced in the March inflation report. In February, the energy index jumped 3.5% for the largest monthly rise since October. In February, the energy index jumped 3.5%

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Contract: State of the Industry 2022

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D espite all the challenges facing the commercial contract market today—the residual effects of the pandemic, sky-high inflation, ongoing supply chain challenges and the war in Ukraine—key end-use sectors for commercial flooring are showing signs of recovery, stimulating hope that market conditions will improve in the second half of 2022.

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NWFA Expo: Strong turnout reflects optimism amid challenges

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Attendance among professional wood flooring contractors was robust; exhibitors reported brisk activity on the showroom floor; and NWFA management cited optimism among its members. “I Other exhibitors reported similar experiences. “We Combined, Russia and Ukraine are the largest exporters of hardwood in the world.

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