CARLSBAD, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 14, 2008 - Orange 21 Inc. (NASDAQ:ORNG), a leading developer of brands that produce premium products for the action sports and youth lifestyle markets, today announced financial results for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2008. We achieved...

Hirsch International Corp. Reports 2008 Third Quarter Results

HAUPPAUGE, N.Y.-(Business Wire)-November 14, 2008 - Hirsch International Corp. (NASDAQ: HRSH, http://www.hirschinternational.com) today announced financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2008. For the third quarter of 2008, net sales were $10.6 million, compared to $11.9 million...

People's Liberation Reports Q3-2008 Financial Results

LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-November 14, 2008 - People's Liberation, Inc. (OTCBB:PPLB), designer of high-end casual apparel under the brand names People's Liberation(TM) and William Rast(TM) and U.S. distributor of J. Lindeberg(TM) branded apparel, today announced financial results for the third...

DRYCLEAN USA, Inc. Announces First Quarter Results

MIAMI-(Business Wire)-November 14, 2008 - DRYCLEAN USA, Inc. (AMEX:DCU) today reported increased operating results for the three month period ended September 30, 2008. For the first three months of fiscal 2009, revenues increased 42.5% to $6,750,817 from $4,736,644 for the same period of last...

G&K Services Declares Regular Cash Dividend

MINNEAPOLIS-(Business Wire)-November 14, 2008 - G&K Services, Inc. (NASDAQ: GKSR), a market leader in branded identity apparel programs and facility services, announced today that the company has declared a quarterly dividend of seven cents per share payable in cash on December 24, 2008 to...

Tween Brands to Host Third Quarter Earnings Conference Call and Webcast

NEW ALBANY, Ohio-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - Tween Brands, Inc. (NYSE: TWB) will host a conference call with security analysts at 9:00am EST on Wednesday, November 19, 2008 to review the operating results for the third quarter ended November 1, 2008. The phone number for the live call is...

INVISTA Sues Rhodia in Delaware for Theft of Trade Secrets

WILMINGTON, Del.-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - In state court here yesterday, INVISTA filed suit against Rhodia for theft and misappropriation of INVISTA's world-leading chemical process technology. INVISTA originally filed a claim on Aug. 15 in federal court in the Southern District of New...

The Latest Clothesource Guide to Apparel Trade Regulations is Now Available: Providing a Summary of Agreements, Quotas and Penal Import Duties

DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - Research and Markets . For an additional fee, we will provide you with a regular briefing on changes which have occurred, with an automatically updated copy of the guide. Updates will be monthly, or more frequently if there are major changes, and...

Perry Ellis International Pre-Announces Third Quarter Results and Revises Fiscal 2009 Guidance

MIAMI-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - Perry Ellis International, Inc. (NASDAQ:PERY) announced today that, based on preliminary estimates, the Company anticipates total revenue for its third quarter ended October 31, 2008 ("third quarter fiscal 2009") at $222.8 million. This represents a decrease...

Learn about the Indian Lingerie Industry: Trends and Opportunities

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - Reportlinker.com announces that a new market research report related to the Underwear industry is available in its catalogue. Indian Lingerie Industry: Trends and Opportunities http://www.reportlinker.com/p097765/Indian...

Penford Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2008 Results

CENTENNIAL, Colo.-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - Penford Corporation (Nasdaq: PENX), a global leader in renewable, natural-based ingredient systems for food and industrial applications, today reported that consolidated sales for the fiscal year ended August 31, 2008 were $345.6 million compared...

Examine the Geosynthetics: Materials, Applications and Markets

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - Reportlinker.com announces that a new market research report related to the Textile manufacturing industry is available in its catalogue. Geosynthetics: Materials, Applications and Markets http://www.reportlinker.com/p096629/Geosynthetics...

Charlotte Russe Reports Fiscal 2008 Fourth Quarter and Full Year Results

SAN DIEGO-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - Charlotte Russe Holding, Inc. (Nasdaq: CHIC) today announced financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended September 27, 2008. Also today, the Company announced that it has named new senior members of its management team (see separate...

Charlotte Russe Names New Management Team

SAN DIEGO-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - Charlotte Russe Holding, Inc. (Nasdaq: CHIC) today announced that the Board of Directors has named a new executive management team. John D. Goodman, formerly President and Chief Executive Officer of Mervyn's LLC, has been named Chief Executive Officer...

"Notice Regarding Prolongation of the Tender Offer Period and Corrections to the Public Announcement for Starting a Tender Offer, etc." from the Tender Offerors to Charle Co., Ltd.

KOBE, Japan-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - Charle Co., Ltd. (OSAKA:9885): -0- *T To whom it may concern Company name Charle Co., Ltd. Representative Katsuya Hayashi, Director and Representative Executive Officer (Code number 9885: Second Section of the Osaka Securities Exchange) Contact...

Charle Co., Ltd.'s Brief Report on the Settlement of Accounts (Consolidated) for the Interim Term Ended September 30, 2008

KOBE, Japan-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - Charle Co., Ltd. (OSAKA:9885): Member, Financial Accounting Standards Foundation Brief Report on the Settlement of Accounts (Consolidated) for the Interim Term Ended September 30, 2008 Name of Listed Company: Charle Co., Ltd. Code number: 9885 Second...

Macy's, Inc. Reports Third Quarter Results, Reaffirms 2008 Sales and Earnings Guidance

CINCINNATI-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - Macy's, Inc. (NYSE: M) today reported a loss of 10 cents per diluted share for the third quarter of 2008, ended Nov. 1, 2008, compared with diluted earnings per share of 8 cents for the same 13-week period last year. Excluding division consolidation...

Restatement of the View Regarding a Tender Offer in the Charle Co., Ltd.'s Shares

INVISTA B.V. to Release Third Quarter 2008 Results to Investors

WICHITA, Kan.-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - INVISTA B.V., a global integrated fibers and polymers company, will release on Nov. 14 financial results for the quarter ended Sept. 30. The company will host a conference call for investors at 11 a.m. EST on Friday, Nov. 21. The call will be led...

FANUC Robotics Introduces New Paint Mate 200iA Compact Painting Robot

ROCHESTER HILLS, Mich.-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - FANUC Robotics America, Inc. has introduced the new Paint Mate 200iA intelligent mini paint robot. The compact Paint Mate 200iA, based on the company's popular LR Mate 200iC robot series, is designed to paint small parts, and provides a...

Cintas Launches the DOC & AMELIA(TM) Collection

CHICAGO-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - Cintas Corporation today introduced the DOC & AMELIA(TM) collection, a new brand dedicated to Cintas' apparel designs. Inspired by the company's founders, Doc and Amelia Farmer, the new line embodies Cintas' timeless commitment to style, quality and...

Mitsui & Co., Ltd. to Present Webcast of Analyst Conference on Second Quarter Financial Results for Year Ending March 2009

TOKYO-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - Junichi Matsumoto, CFO of Mitsui & Co., Ltd. (TOKYO:8031)(NASDAQ:MITSY)(ISIN:JP3893600001) hosted an analyst conference on Friday November 7, 2008 to announce second quarter financial results for the fiscal year ending March 2009. An audio webcast of...

Modern Amusement Signs Master Licensing Agreement with Blk Brd, LLC

SANTA MONICA, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - Modern Amusement announced that they have entered into a master licensing agreement with Blk Brd, LLC for Modern Amusement clothing and accessories. Blk Brd will hold an exclusive, multi-year license to manufacture and distribute the Modern...

American Apparel Reports Third Quarter 2008 Financial Results

LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - American Apparel, Inc. (NYSE Alternext US: APP), a vertically integrated manufacturer, distributor, and retailer of branded fashion basic apparel, today announced its financial results for the third quarter of 2008 and for the nine month period ended...

Xerium Technologies Reports Third Quarter Results

YOUNGSVILLE, N.C.-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - Xerium Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:XRM), a leading global manufacturer of clothing and roll covers used primarily in the paper production process, today reported results for its third quarter ended September 30, 2008. "As we completed the third...

Tarrant Apparel Group Announces 2008 Third Quarter Results

LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - Tarrant Apparel Group (NASDAQ: TAGS), a design and sourcing company for private label and private brand casual apparel, today announced financial results for the quarter and nine months ended September 30, 2008. The Company reported total net sales...

Tennant Company and BISSELL(R) Homecare, Inc., Work Together to Provide Cleaner, Faster Drying Carpet for Homes

MINNEAPOLIS-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - Tennant Company and BISSELL Homecare, Inc., today announced a licensing arrangement that will make available to consumers a new floor-care product which cleans carpets and leaves them dry in 30 minutes or less. Home users now have the opportunity to...

Wigwam(R) Continues to Be a Proud Sponsor of Project Athena

SHEBOYGAN, Wis.-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - Wigwam is continuing a strong relationship with the Project Athena Foundation in helping women with breast cancer and other medical or traumatic setbacks live their athletic and adventurous dreams. Project Athena is growing fast nationally and...

ThingMagic USB RFID Reader Provides Low Cost Platform for Developing and Deploying UHF RFID Applications

CAMBRIDGE, Mass.-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - ThingMagic, Inc. (www.thingmagic.com), a leading developer of radio frequency identification (RFID) technology, today introduced the USB RFID Reader, a powerful yet small UHF RFID reader that is controlled and powered by a desktop or notebook...

Brandix Streamlines Business with Lawson Fashion Solution

ST. PAUL, Minn.-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - Lawson Software (Nasdaq: LWSN) today announced that Sri Lankan garment manufacturer Brandix has successfully implemented Lawson Fashion, which is part of the Lawson M3 Enterprise Management System. Lawson Fashion is an enterprise resource...

James Avery Launches Pendant to Benefit Boys and Girls Clubs of America Located on Military Bases

KERRVILLE, Texas-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - James Avery, a family-owned jewelry retailer, announces the launch of a new program to benefit the Boys and Girls Clubs of America at U.S. Military Youth Centers. At the program's center is the release of the new "God Bless Our Troops" Pendant...

KAZAKHSTAN KAGAZY PLC Interim Financial Results for the Nine Months Ended September 30, 2008

ALMATY, Kazakhstan-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - Kazakhstan Kagazy plc (the "Group" or "Kagazy") (LSE:KAG), Central Asia's largest producer of paper, corrugated board and packaging, and a leading operator of commercial warehousing and industrial infrastructure facilities in Central Asia, today...

UTEK Corporation Reports Financial Results for Quarter Ended September 30, 2008

TAMPA, Fla.-(Business Wire)-November 7, 2008 - UTEK Corporation (NYSE Alternext US:UTK) (LSE-AIM:UTK) today announced financial results for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2008. Three Months Ended September 30, 2008 Operating Results Global credit and other financial markets have...

The Source Newsletter Is Entirely Dedicated To News On The Global Sourcing Of Apparel

DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-November 7, 2008 - Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "The Source" subscription to their offering. Helping you answer the question: How can I keep up-to-date with changes? The Source is our monthly newsletter. It is entirely dedicated to news on...

Adrenalina Opens New Location in Tampa's International Plaza

MIAMI-(Business Wire)-November 7, 2008 - Adrenalina (OTCBB: AENA), a new innovative retail entertainment destination designed for extreme sports enthusiasts, announced today that it has opened a new 12,000 square foot location in Tampa at the International Plaza Mall located at 2223 North West Shore...

AAFA Announces Intertek as New Footwear Technology Services Partner

CHICAGO-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - Today, the American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) announced Intertek, a leading international provider of quality and safety solutions, as its new footwear technology services partner. As the AAFA preferred provider, Intertek will now offer...

Tandy Leather Factory, Inc. Reports October Sales Down 8% Against October 2007

FORT WORTH, Texas-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - Tandy Leather Factory, Inc. (AMEX: TLF) reported today that sales for the month of October were $4.5 million compared to $4.9 million in October 2007, down 8%. Year-to-date sales are down 4% to $43.9 million in the current year from $45.8...

Phillips-Van Heusen Corporation to Appear at the Morgan Stanley Consumer Retail Conference on November 20, 2008

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - Phillips-Van Heusen Corporation (NYSE: PVH) announced today that Company management will appear at the Morgan Stanley Consumer Retail Conference being held in New York City on Thursday, November 20, 2008 at 9:45 AM Eastern time. The live webcast...

Saks Incorporated Announces October Comparable Store Sales

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - Retailer Saks Incorporated (NYSE: SKS) (the "Company") today announced that owned sales totaled $219.0 million for the four weeks ended November 1, 2008 compared to $269.1 million for the four weeks ended November 3, 2007, an 18.6% decrease. Comparable...

Cache Reports 11% Comparable Store Sales Decrease in October 2008

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - Cache Inc. (NASDAQ: CACH), a specialty chain of women's apparel stores with 297 stores currently open, reported October 2008 sales figures. For the four-week period ended October 25, 2008, comparable store sales (sales for stores open at least one year...

ARAMARK Announces Fourth Quarter Results Webcast

PHILADELPHIA-(Business Wire)-November 5, 2008 - ARAMARK Corporation, a world leader in providing professional services, will host a conference call to review its financial results for the fourth quarter and full fiscal year of 2008 on Wednesday, November 12, 2008 at 3:00 p.m. Eastern Time. The...

Momentive Performance Materials Inc. Announces Third Quarter 2008 Earnings Conference Call

ALBANY, N.Y.-(Business Wire)-November 5, 2008 - Momentive Performance Materials Inc. (the "Company") announced today that it plans to host a conference call to discuss its Third Quarter 2008 consolidated results on Thursday, November 13, 2008, at 9:00 A.M. EST. The Company also expects to release...

Citi Trends Announces Third Quarter Sales

SAVANNAH, Ga.-(Business Wire)-November 5, 2008 - Citi Trends, Inc. (NASDAQ: CTRN) today reported unaudited sales results for the third quarter of fiscal 2008. Total sales in the 13-week period ended November 1, 2008 increased 5.4% to $104.9 million compared with $99.5 million in the 13-week period...

Alpha Pro Tech, Ltd. Announces Third Quarter Financial Results for the Period Ended September 30, 2008

NOGALES, Ariz.-(Business Wire)-November 5, 2008 - Alpha Pro Tech (AMEX:APT) a leading manufacturer of products designed to protect people, products and environments, including disposable protective apparel and building products, today announced its financial results for the third quarter and nine...

Saks Incorporated to Discontinue Club Libby Lu Operations

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 5, 2008 - Retailer Saks Incorporated (NYSE: SKS) (the "Company") today announced its plans to discontinue the operations of its Club Libby Lu specialty store business. The Company expects the Club Libby Lu store closure process will be completed by the end of the...

Research and Markets: AnnTaylor Stores Corporation: Strategic Corporate Assessment - Strategy, SWOT Analysis and 5-year Financial Insights With In-depth Company Profile

DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-November 5, 2008 - Research and Markets is one of the leading specialty retailers offering women's apparel, shoes and accessories in the US. The company offers its merchandise under the Ann Taylor, Ann Taylor Loft, and Ann Taylor Factory brands. AnnTaylor plans to...

Angry Bees and Wild Dogs Headline Timberland's Latest Global Advertising Campaign

STRATHAM, N.H.-(Business Wire)-November 5, 2008 - The Timberland Company announced today the launch of a new television, print and online advertising campaign in support of its Earthkeepers(TM) collection of environmentally-conscious footwear and apparel featuring heroes who take on the challenges...

Report on the Results of an Investigation by Third-Party Committee for Investigation into the Procedures and Processes Leading up to Charle Co., Ltd.'s Announcement of an Affirmative View Regarding a Tender Offer for the Shares of Charle

KOBE, Japan-(Business Wire)-November 5, 2008 - Charle Co., Ltd. (OSAKA:9885): -0- *T To whom it may concern Company name Charle Co., Ltd. Representative Katsuya Hayashi, Director and Representative Executive Officer (Code number 9885: Second Section of the Osaka Securities Exchange) Contact Masafumi...

HNI Corporation Appoints Jeff Lorenger as President, Allsteel Inc.

MUSCATINE, Iowa-(Business Wire)-November 4, 2008 - HNI Corporation (NYSE: HNI) announced today the appointment of Jeff Lorenger as President, Allsteel Inc., reporting to Stan Askren, Chairman, President and CEO, HNI Corporation. Mr. Lorenger joined HNI Corporation in 1998 and has since held multiple...

Asian Man-Made Fibre Production Continues to Soar but Will Green Issues Lead to a Change of Direction

DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-November 4, 2008 - Research and Markets , aramids and carbon fibres. In addition, cellulosic fibres continued to grow faster than synthetics. While synthetic fibre output grew by 7.9%, cellulosic fibre production rose by 9.0%—due predominantly to an increase...

X-Rite Reports Third Quarter Results

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich.-(Business Wire)-November 4, 2008 - X-Rite, Incorporated (NASDAQ:XRIT) today announced its financial results for the quarter ended September 27, 2008. Third Quarter Highlights: — Adjusted EBITDA totaled $14.0 million in the third quarter versus $13.2 million and $17.2...

Albany International Reports Third-Quarter Results

ALBANY, N.Y.-(Business Wire)-November 3, 2008 - Albany International Corp. (NYSE:AIN) reported third-quarter net income per share of $0.03, after reductions of $0.48 from net restructuring charges, related idle-capacity costs, and costs related to continuing performance-improvement initiatives...

Hampshire Announces Results for 3rd Quarter 2008 and the Filing of its 10-Q

ANDERSON, S.C.-(Business Wire)-November 3, 2008 - Hampshire Group, Limited (Pink Sheets: HAMP.PK) today announced its third quarter 2008 results and that it has filed its quarterly report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 27, 2008 with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission...

Webcast Alert: Third Quarter 2008 Earnings Conference Call

FORT WORTH, Texas-(Business Wire)-November 3, 2008 - Tandy Leather Factory Inc. (TLF) announces the following Webcast: What: Third Quarter 2008 Earnings Conference Call When: November 6, 2008 @ 4:30 PM Eastern Where: http://www.investorcalendar.com/ClientPage.asp?ID=136474 How: Live over the...

Collective Brands, Inc. Announces Details for Third Quarter Fiscal 2008 Earnings Conference Call

TOPEKA, Kan.-(Business Wire)-November 3, 2008 - Collective Brands, Inc. (NYSE:PSS) announced that it plans to release third quarter earnings results on Wednesday, December 3, 2008, after the market closes. A conference call with management will take place at 5:00 p.m. Eastern time that same day. The...

October Manufacturing ISM Report On Business(R); PMI at 38.9%; Prices Dropping; New Orders, Production, Employment and Inventories Contracting; Supplier Deliveries Faster

TEMPE, Ariz.-(Business Wire)-November 3, 2008 - Economic activity in the manufacturing sector failed to grow in October for the third consecutive month, and the overall economy concluded 83 consecutive months of growth, say the nation's supply executives in the latest Manufacturing ISM Report On...

Macy's Inspires America To "Believe" This Holiday Season

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-October 31, 2008 - On the heels of its 150th birthday, Macy's today unveiled its plans for a nostalgic Christmas campaign called Believe, based on the New York Sun's famous "Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus" editorial from 1897. Complete with in-store "Believe Stations...

Penford Corporation Declares Quarterly Dividend of $0.06 Per Share

CENTENNIAL, Colo.-(Business Wire)-October 30, 2008 - Penford Corporation (Nasdaq: PENX) today announced that its Board of Directors declared the Company's regular quarterly dividend following their October 29, 2008 meeting. The Board declared a regular $0.06 per share quarterly dividend payable...

Zazzle(R) Launches Embroidery On-Demand, an Industry First

REDWOOD CITY, Calif.-(Business Wire)-October 30, 2008 - Zazzle, (www.Zazzle.com), the only on-demand retail platform for consumers and major brands, today announced the launch of real, high-quality, on-demand embroidery, an industry first. Embroidery designs will be viewable in real-time through...

New Industry Collaboration Enables Retailers and Brands to Share Information on Social, Environmental and Quality Performance of Global Fabric Mills

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-October 30, 2008 - Intertek, the leading global provider of international trade solutions, today announced it has partnered with leading global retailers, consumer brands and fabric mills to launch an unprecedented industry program to facilitate industry-wide collaboration...

Rachel Ray and Paula Deen Now at Shopko

GREEN BAY, Wis.-(Business Wire)-October 30, 2008 - Two of the Food Network's biggest stars can now be found at Shopko - throughout the Housewares Department. Shopko carries an extensive line of Paula Deen cookware, bakeware, gadgets, teakettles, and bowls. Paula Deen, a chef with two shows on the...

Big-D Construction Corporation Opens Office in Arizona

SALT LAKE CITY-(Business Wire)-October 30, 2008 - Big-D Construction Corporation today announced that ongoing success and growth have necessitated opening a regional office in Phoenix, Arizona. As the firm's fifth regional office, Big-D Construction Southwest will serve its Arizona customers with...

Learn about the World Industrial Fasteners

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-October 30, 2008 - Reportlinker.com announces that a new market research report related to the Industrial equipment industry is available in its catalogue. World Industrial Fasteners http://www.reportlinker.com/p096694/World-Industrial-Fasteners. html (Due to its length...

Defense Industries International Announces Stock Repurchase Program

ASHKELON, Israel-(Business Wire)-October 30, 2008 - Defense Industries International, Inc. (OTCBB:DFNS), a leading manufacturer and global provider of personal military and civilian protective equipment and supplies, today announced that the Company's Board of Directors has authorized a stock...

High Growth Reported for the World Textile Fibers Market

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-October 30, 2008 - Reportlinker.com announces that a new market research report related to the Textile manufacturing industry is available in its catalogue. World Textile Fibers Market http://www.reportlinker.com/p096689/World-Textile-Fibers- Market.html World manufactured...

Warnaco Announces Earnings Release Date and Webcast for Third Quarter Fiscal 2008 Results

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-October 30, 2008 - The Warnaco Group, Inc. (NYSE: WRC) today announced it will release its third quarter fiscal 2008 results before the market open on Thursday, November 6, 2008. The Company will also hold a conference call Thursday, November 6, 2008 at 9:00 a.m. EST to...

Perry Ellis International Further Strengthens its Financial Position with the Renewal of its Bank Credit Facility

MIAMI-(Business Wire)-October 30, 2008 - Perry Ellis International, Inc. (NASDAQ:PERY) announced today that the Company has entered into an amendment to renew its credit facility until February 1, 2012, with a syndicate of banks and other financial institutions including Wachovia Bank National...

2009 U.S. Men's & Boys' Apparel Mfg. Industry Report is out Now

DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-October 30, 2008 - Research and Markets 2010 U.S. Metropolitan Areas - Estimated Number of Employees Definitions and Terms For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/2c3b25/2009_u_s_mens

Menswear in the Czech Republic Profiles the Leading Companies in This Competitive Industry

DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-October 30, 2008 - Research and Markets , and includes all taxes and levies. Any currency conversions used within this report have been calculated using constant 2007 annual average exchange rates. Eastern Europe comprises the Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland and...

Hanesbrands Inc. Reports Third-Quarter 2008 Results

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C.-(Business Wire)-October 29, 2008 - Hanesbrands Inc. (NYSE: HBI), a leading marketer of innerwear, outerwear and hosiery apparel, today reported results for the 2008 third quarter. Total net sales in the quarter were unchanged at $1.15 billion. Earnings per diluted share in the...

Notice Regarding Prolongation of the Tender Offer Period, Correction to the Public Announcement for Starting a Tender Offer and the Filing of a Notification of Corrections Regarding a Tender Offer in Charle Co., Ltd. Shares

KOBE, Japan-(Business Wire)-October 29, 2008 - Charle Co., Ltd. (OSAKA:9885): -0- *T To whom it may concern Company name Charle Co., Ltd. Representative Katsuya Hayashi, Director and Representative Executive Officer (Code number 9885: Second Section of the Osaka Securities Exchange) Contact Masafumi...

Establishment of a Third-Party Committee for Investigation Into the Procedures and Processes Leading up to Charle Co., Ltd.'s Announcement of an Affirmative View Regarding a Tender Offer for the Shares of the Company

Towers Perrin Finds Companies Put Focus on Innovation but Fail to Implement Effectively

STAMFORD, Conn.-(Business Wire)-October 29, 2008 - Companies are adept at generating innovative ideas, but far less effective at turning those ideas into reality, according to a recent survey by Towers Perrin. Given the importance of innovation in driving growth in a competitive global economy...

Popularity & Opportunity - GIFTIONERY Taipei 2008 & CREATIVE Taiwan

TAIPEI, Taiwan-(Business Wire)-October 29, 2008 - In spite of global recession foreign trade ended on a good note on Oct. 26 with record orders being placed by a record buyer turn out at Giftionery Taipei (The 62nd Taipei Int'l Gift & Stationery Autumn Show) that was organized by the Taiwan...

X-Rite Successfully Completes $155 Million Capital Raise

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich.-(Business Wire)-October 28, 2008 - X-Rite, Incorporated (NASDAQ: XRIT) today announced it has completed a $155 million capital raise led by OEPX, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company managed by One Equity Partners ("OEP"), and with Sagard Capital Partners, L.P. ("Sagard...

Buckeye Announces July - September Quarter Results

MEMPHIS, Tenn.-(Business Wire)-October 28, 2008 - Buckeye Technologies Inc. (NYSE:BKI) today announced that net sales in the July-September quarter grew by 12.1% over the prior year to $221.3 million, a new sales record for the Company. Net income for the quarter was $8.9 million ($0.23 per...

UniFirst Announces Record Financial Results for the Fiscal 2008 Fourth Quarter and Full Year

WILMINGTON, Mass.-(Business Wire)-October 28, 2008 - UniFirst Corporation (NYSE: UNF) today announced record revenues and earnings for its fiscal fourth quarter and full year which ended August 30, 2008. Revenues were $251.0 million for the quarter, an increase of 10.3% over the fourth quarter of...

INVISTA B.V. Makes Available Current Report to Investors

WICHITA, Kan.-(Business Wire)-October 28, 2008 - INVISTA B.V., a global integrated polymers and fibers company, has made available a current report regarding other events in its businesses. INVISTA B.V. made this report available to holders and beneficial owners of units (consisting of 9 1/4% senior...

Xerium Technologies Schedules Third Quarter 2008 Conference Call

YOUNGSVILLE, N.C.-(Business Wire)-October 28, 2008 - Xerium Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: XRM), a leading global manufacturer of clothing and roll covers used primarily in the paper production process, today announced that it plans to release financial results for the third quarter of fiscal 2008...

Heelys, Inc. to Broadcast Review of Third Quarter Fiscal 2008 Financial Results over the Internet

DALLAS-(Business Wire)-October 28, 2008 - Heelys, Inc. (NASDAQ: HLYS) announced today that the Company's conference call to review its third quarter fiscal 2008 financial results is expected to be broadcast live over the Internet on Thursday, November 6, 2008 at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time. The broadcast...

Rocky Brands, Inc. Announces Third Quarter Fiscal 2008 Results

NELSONVILLE, Ohio-(Business Wire)-October 28, 2008 - Rocky Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ: RCKY) today announced financial results for its third quarter ended September 30, 2008. For the third quarter of 2008, net sales were $72.5 million versus net sales of $82.3 million in the third quarter of 2007. The...

Plus Size E-Commerce Giant OneStopPlus.com Launches Gift Card Program

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-October 28, 2008 - OneStopPlus.com, the plus size online fashion mall from multi-home shopping leader Redcats USA, announced today the launch of a new gift card program just in time for the holiday season. www.OneStopPlus.com, along with partner brands Woman Within...

2009 And 2010 Industry Forecasts For the U.S. Men's & Boy's Clothing Wholesales Industry

DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-October 28, 2008 - Research and Markets 2010 U.S. Metropolitan Areas - Estimated Number of Employees Definitions and Terms For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/64fdbd/2009_u_s_mens

X-Rite Announces Results of Special Meeting of Shareholders

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich.-(Business Wire)-October 28, 2008 - X-Rite, Incorporated (NASDAQ: XRIT) today announced it has received approval for the two proposals presented to shareholders at the special meeting held today at the offices of McDermott Will & Emery LLP, in Chicago, Illinois. At the special...

Examine the Global Markets for Smart Fabrics and Interactive Textiles, with this Comprehensive 2008 Edition

DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-October 28, 2008 - Research and Markets — Violich Architecture — VivoMetric — WET Automotive Systems For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/7cd016/global_markets_for

Examine the Global Technical Textiles Industry with this 2008 2nd Quarter Update

DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-October 28, 2008 - Research and Markets . Unilever Ventures is investing in ion-mask plasma-based technology, developed by P2i, which helps to create waterproof breathable surfaces. Fibertex has formed a joint venture with Innowo Print which will use a new...

G&K Services Reports Fiscal 2009 First Quarter Results

MINNEAPOLIS-(Business Wire)-October 28, 2008 - G&K Services, Inc. (NASDAQ: GKSR), today reported revenue for the quarter ended September 27, 2008 of $245.2 million, an increase from prior-year first quarter revenue of $243.8 million. This increase in revenue was driven by contribution from...

The Dixie Group Reports Third Quarter 2008 Results

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn.-(Business Wire)-October 28, 2008 - The Dixie Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:DXYN) today reported financial results for the third quarter and nine months ended September 27, 2008. For the third quarter, the Company reported a loss from continuing operations of $732,000, or $0.06 per diluted...

Fujifilm, X-Rite Bring Taskero Universe 2.0 Into the Pressroom

VALHALLA, N.Y. & GRAND RAPIDS, Mich.-(Business Wire)-October 27, 2008 - FUJIFILM Graphic Systems U.S.A., Inc. and X-Rite Incorporated have come together to bring the power of Taskero Universe 2.0 - a suite of performance analysis and monitoring tools - from the prepress area and into the...

Macy's Turns 150!

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-October 27, 2008 - Macy's (NYSE:M), the famous department store and retail industry pioneer beloved for its memorable events and immortalized in Miracle on 34th Street, turns 150 years old on October 28, 2008. Among the sesquicentennial celebration activities, Macy's will...

Amtico Floors James Bond in New Movie

ATLANTA-(Business Wire)-October 27, 2008 - Amtico International (www.amtico.com) has a foundational role in the upcoming production of the James Bond film, Quantum of Solace (www.007.com). An inlaid tile starburst pattern from Amtico is the starring backdrop of an exciting fight scene in the movie...

Delta Apparel Reports First Quarter Fiscal 2009 Results

DULUTH, Ga.-(Business Wire)-October 27, 2008 - Delta Apparel, Inc. (AMEX: DLA) today reported financial results for its first quarter ended September 27, 2008. First Quarter Results Net sales for the three months ended September 27, 2008, were $91.4 million, an increase of $18.9 million, or 26.0...

Hollander First in Industry to Set Zero Waste Goal

BOCA RATON, Fla.-(Business Wire)-October 27, 2008 - Hollander Home Fashions has announced it will commit to an ambitious zero-waste goal for its manufacturing operations by 2010. The nation's largest pillow manufacturer is the first company of its size in the home fashions industry to make such a...

Jervis B. Webb Company Announces New, Expanded Roles for Key Executives

FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich.-(Business Wire)-October 24, 2008 - Jervis B. Webb Company — a wholly-owned subsidiary of Daifuku Co., Ltd. and leading provider of material handling solutions — today announced new promotions and responsibilities for several top executives, as a result of the...

Jervis B. Webb Company Announces Retirement of President and Co-CEO Susan M. Webb

FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich.-(Business Wire)-October 24, 2008 - Jervis B. Webb Company ("Webb") of Farmington Hills, Mich., USA, - a wholly-owned subsidiary of Daifuku Co., Ltd. of Japan - marks the end of an era with the retirement of Susan M. Webb, its President and co-CEO. Ms. Webb will continue to...

Macy's, Inc. Board Declares Quarterly Dividend

CINCINNATI-(Business Wire)-October 24, 2008 - The board of directors of Macy's, Inc. (NYSE:M) today declared a regular quarterly dividend of 13.25 cents per share on Macy's common stock, payable January 2, 2009, to shareholders of record at the close of business on December 15, 2008. Separately, the...

Hanesbrands Inc. Announces That Impact of Mervyn's LLC Liquidation Plans Disclosed Oct. 17, 2008, Will Be Included in Third Quarter 2008 Results

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C.-(Business Wire)-October 24, 2008 - Hanesbrands Inc. (NYSE: HBI) today announced that the impact of the Oct. 17, 2008, liquidation disclosure by Mervyn's LLC and its affiliated entities, which occurred after Hanesbrands' third quarter ended, will be included in the company's...

CSS Industries, Inc. Reports Sales and Earnings for the Six Months and Quarter Ended September 30, 2008

PHILADELPHIA-(Business Wire)-October 23, 2008 - CSS Industries, Inc. (NYSE:CSS) announced today the results of operations for the six months and second quarter ended September 30, 2008. For the six months ended September 30, 2008, sales increased 4% to $228,808,000 from $219,684,000 in 2007. Net...

CSS Industries, Inc. Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend

PHILADELPHIA-(Business Wire)-October 23, 2008 - The Board of Directors of CSS Industries, Inc. (NYSE:CSS) today declared a quarterly dividend of fifteen cents per share on its outstanding shares of Common Stock. This dividend will be payable on December 15, 2008 to stockholders of record at the...

Albany International Announces Quarterly Earnings Release Date

ALBANY, N.Y.-(Business Wire)-October 23, 2008 - Albany International Corp. (NYSE:AIN) will release 2008 third-quarter financial results after the close of the market on Monday, November 3, 2008. The Company will host a webcast to discuss earnings at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Standard Time on Tuesday...

X-Rite Announces i1Prism, A Next Generation Color Management SDK

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich.-(Business Wire)-October 23, 2008 - X-Rite, Incorporated (NASDAQ: XRIT), the world leader in color management, measurement and communication technologies today announced a next generation color management software development toolkit (SDK) to allow third parties to develop...

The China Sourcing Report: Fashion Bags 2008 Contains Comprehensive in-Depth Profiles of 51 Major Suppliers

DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-October 23, 2008 - Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "China Sourcing Report: Fashion Bags 2008" report to their offering. With more than 10,000 manufacturers, China is the largest supplier of fashion bags in the world. The country accounts for...

AGY Holding Corp. Announces Promotion of Jeffrey Davis

AIKEN, S.C.-(Business Wire)-October 22, 2008 - AGY Holding Corp. ("AGY" or the "Company") reports that the Board of Directors approved the promotion of Jeffrey Davis to President and Chief Operating Officer of AGY effective October 16, 2008. Mr. Davis will report to Doug Mattscheck, Chief...

Kadant Reports Diluted EPS of $.50 in the Third Quarter of 2008 and Lowers Full Year 2008 Guidance

WESTFORD, Mass.-(Business Wire)-October 22, 2008 - Kadant Inc. (NYSE:KAI) reported revenues from continuing operations of $83.7 million in the third quarter of 2008, a decrease of $9.0 million, or 10 percent, compared to $92.7 million in the third quarter of 2007. Revenues for the third quarter of...

Research and Markets: Examine the Women's & Girls' Apparel Manufacturing Industry in the U.S. with this Essential 2009 Report

DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-October 22, 2008 - Research and Markets 2010 U.S. Metropolitan Areas - Estimated Number of Employees Definitions and Terms For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/3e5d7d/2009_u_s_womens

X-Rite Announces Conference Call for Third Quarter 2008 Financial Results

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich.-(Business Wire)-October 22, 2008 - X-Rite, Incorporated (NASDAQ: XRIT) will hold a conference call to discuss the financial results of the third quarter of 2008. The call will be held in conjunction with the company's earnings release, which will be published before the market...

Perry Ellis International Announces Cubavera(R) ASI Apparel Available Through Bodek and Rhodes

MIAMI-(Business Wire)-October 21, 2008 - Perry Ellis International (NASDAQ:PERY), announced today a new partnership with Bodek and Rhodes, a leading national wholesaler of imprintable activewear, to distribute the full line of Cubavera(R)-branded camp and polo shirts for the advertising specialty...

Ennis Initiates Stock Repurchase Program

MIDLOTHIAN, Texas-(Business Wire)-October 21, 2008 - Ennis, Inc. (NYSE: EBF) announced today that the Board of Directors have approved a $5 million stock repurchase program to acquire shares of the company's common stock. Mr. Keith Walters, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of the...

Tarrant Apparel Group Receives Letter from NASDAQ Advising of Its Suspension of the Minimum Bid Price Requirement

LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-October 21, 2008 - Tarrant Apparel Group (NASDAQ: TAGS), a design and sourcing company for private label and private brand casual apparel, was notified that NASDAQ has suspended its bid price and market value of publicly held shares requirements for continued listing on...

Macy's Kicks Off Sixth Annual National Thanks for Sharing Campaign

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-October 21, 2008 - Macy's has kicked off its national Thanks for Sharing holiday rewards program, which allows customers to give back to charities in their communities when they enroll in the program at their favorite Macy's store and on macys.com/thanksforsharing. Thanks...

Coolibar Products Earn Continued Endorsement from Skin Cancer Foundation

MINNEAPOLIS-(Business Wire)-October 21, 2008 - Coolibar, the nation's leading sun protective clothing manufacturer, announced today the Skin Cancer Foundation endorsed Coolibar's clothing, sun hats, umbrellas, accessories and other sun protection products by awarding them the Foundation's Seal of...

The Russian Market of Glass Wool Analytical Report Shows How The Market Has Grown 50% For The Last Four Years

DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-October 21, 2008 - Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "The Russian Market of Glass Wool - Analytical Report" report to their offering. This report provides new and complete information on the volume of consumption of glass wool, together with the...

Notice on Revisions to the Performance Projections of Charle Co., Ltd.

KOBE, Japan-(Business Wire)-October 21, 2008 - Charle Co., Ltd. (OSAKA:9885): -0- *T To whom it may concern Company name Charle Co., Ltd. Representative Katsuya Hayashi, Director and Representative Executive Officer (Code number 9885: Second Section of the Osaka Securities Exchange) Contact...

Latest Statistics Reveals Fibre Consumption and Production in Asia Rose by 9.0% in 2007

DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-October 21, 2008 - Research and Markets in 2007 to reach 119,584 mn lb. Man-made fibre usage rose by 11.4% to reach 73,310 mn lb—representing 61% of the total. At the same time, production of man-made fibres went up by 10.8% to 77,880 mn lb. As a result, Asia...

Global Shop Solutions Announces Availability of Global Application Builder

THE WOODLANDS, Texas-(Business Wire)-October 20, 2008 - Global Shop Solutions, the nation's largest privately-held ERP software system provider for the manufacturing industry, announced today the availability of Global Application Builder (GAB), a programming tool that allows users to modify its ERP...

Polo Ralph Lauren Second Quarter Fiscal Year 2009 Results to be Released Wednesday, November 5, 2008

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-October 17, 2008 - Polo Ralph Lauren Corporation (NYSE: RL) will release its Second Quarter Fiscal Year 2009 results for the period ended September 27, 2008 at approximately 8:00 A.M. Eastern, Wednesday, November 5, 2008. At 9:00 A.M. Eastern, on the same day, the Company...

Mervyns Announces Plan to Hold Going Out of Business Sales at All Locations

HAYWARD, Calif.-(Business Wire)-October 17, 2008 - Mervyns, a regional retailer in California and the Southwest, today announced its plan to hold going out of business sales at all of its remaining 149 locations and to wind down its business. The Company intends to effect this process through...

Hanesbrands Inc. Sets Date for Third Quarter Earnings Announcement and Investor Conference Call

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C.-(Business Wire)-October 17, 2008 - Hanesbrands Inc. (NYSE:HBI) today announced that it will host a live Internet webcast of its quarterly investor conference call at 4:30 p.m. EDT on Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2008, to review results for the third quarter, which ended Sept. 27, 2008...

SYSPRO Wins New Contract with Athletic Shoe/Apparel Manufacturer

COSTA MESA, Calif.-(Business Wire)-October 17, 2008 - SYSPRO, a provider of visionary ERP for the manufacturing pragmatist, today announced that the company has won a new contract with Pou Chen Corporation, a global manufacturer of athletic shoes and apparel headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan. SYSPRO...

VF Announces Record Third Quarter Revenues and EPS and Increases Dividend

GREENSBORO, N.C.-(Business Wire)-October 17, 2008 - VF Corporation (NYSE: VFC), a global leader in branded lifestyle apparel, today announced record results for the third quarter of 2008. All per share amounts are presented on a diluted basis and, unless otherwise noted, reflect continuing...

Leading Independent Proxy Advisory Firm Supports Tandy Brands Nominees

ARLINGTON, Texas-(Business Wire)-October 16, 2008 - Tandy Brands Accessories, Inc. (Nasdaq GM:TBAC) announced today that Glass Lewis & Co., a leading independent proxy advisory firm, has recommended that stockholders vote the WHITE proxy card to re-elect the Board's two nominees and not vote for...

OneStopPlus.com--Plus Size Fall Fashion Trends Hit a High Note!

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-October 16, 2008 - OneStopPlus.com, the world's first and only online fashion mall for plus sizes has introduced the Fall 2008 trends in a most delightful way...with music! Each of the eight fashion trends was paired with a different musical genre. OneStopPlus.com is the...

The Wrangler Home(TM) Brand Introduces New Originals Collection: Furnishings' Rugged Good Looks Reflect the Wrangler(R) Brand's Western Heritage

GREENSBORO, N.C.-(Business Wire)-October 16, 2008 - With the economy at the forefront of today's issues, consumers are spending more time at home and less at the cash register. As consumers consider home updates, they want furnishings durable enough for today's active, indoor-outdoor lifestyles...

2008 Study on Women's Clothing Stores in the US Focuses on Companies Engaged In Retailing Including Maternity Wear

DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-October 16, 2008 - Research and Markets Real Growth Table Ratio Table Graphs Statistics Available: Revenue, Industry Gross Product, Enterprises, Establishments, Employment, Imports, Exports, Assets, Total Wages, Domestic Demand SEGMENTATION Products and Service...

Select Comfort Corporation to Announce Third Quarter Results

MINNEAPOLIS-(Business Wire)-October 16, 2008 - Select Comfort Corporation (NASDAQ: SCSS), the nation's leading bed retailer and creator of the SLEEP NUMBER(R) bed, will report results for the fiscal third quarter ended September 27, 2008, after close of the regular trading session Wednesday, October...

CORRECTING and REPLACING ROTH Capital Partners Second Annual China Only Conference to Feature 70 Companies, Investing Guru Jim Rogers to Keynote

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif.-(Business Wire)-October 16, 2008 - In the 11th graph of release dated Oct. 15, 2008, please note the corrected spelling of Goodwin Procter (sted Goodwin Proctor). The corrected release reads: ROTH CAPITAL PARTNERS SECOND ANNUAL CHINA ONLY CONFERENCE TO FEATURE 70 COMPANIES...

True Religion Opens New Branded Retail Store in Garden State Plaza in Paramus, N.J.

VERNON, Calif.-(Business Wire)-October 16, 2008 - True Religion Apparel, Inc. (Nasdaq:TRLG) today announced the opening of a new branded retail store in Garden State Plaza in Paramus, New Jersey. Located at 1 Garden State Plaza, 1,745 square-foot branded store will offer shoppers the entire True...

Timberland Announces Release Date for Third Quarter 2008 Financial Results

STRATHAM, N.H.-(Business Wire)-October 16, 2008 - The Timberland Company (NYSE:TBL) intends to report its results for the third quarter of 2008 prior to the market open on Thursday, October 30, 2008. The Company will also be hosting a conference call that morning at 8:25 AM Eastern Time to discuss...

True Religion to Report Third Quarter 2008 Results on November 6, 2008

VERNON, Calif.-(Business Wire)-October 16, 2008 - True Religion Apparel, Inc. (Nasdaq:TRLG) today announced that the company will release its third quarter 2008 financial results after the market closes on Thursday, November 6, 2008. Jeffrey Lubell, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Michael...

INVISTA B.V. Makes Available Current Report to Investors

WICHITA, Kan.-(Business Wire)-October 15, 2008 - INVISTA B.V., a global integrated polymers and fibers company, has made available a current report regarding a restructuring announcement at its facility in Seaford, Del. INVISTA B.V. made this report available to holders and beneficial owners of...

All Leading Proxy Advisory Firms Recommend X-Rite, Incorporated Shareholders Vote "For" All Proposals at Upcoming Special Meeting

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich.-(Business Wire)-October 15, 2008 - X-Rite, Incorporated, (NASDAQ: XRIT) a global leader in color technology, today announced that all of the leading independent proxy advisory and corporate governance services firms, RiskMetrics Group - ISS Governance Services ("ISS"), Glass...

A Report on the Knit Fabric Mills Industry in the United States: Examine Growth Rates, Industry Conditions & Market Characteristics

DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-October 15, 2008 - Research and Markets . This report covers the scope, size, disposition and growth of the industry including the key sensitivities and success factors. Also included are five year industry forecasts, growth rates and an analysis of the industry key...

Research and Markets: Apparel Knitting Mills in the US Report Covers the Scope, Size, Disposition and Growth of the Industry Including the Key Sensitivities and Success Factors

DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-October 15, 2008 - Research and Markets Real Growth Table Ratio Table Graphs Statistics Available: Revenue, Industry Gross Product, Enterprises, Establishments, Employment, Imports, Exports, Assets, Total Wages, Domestic Demand SEGMENTATION Products and Service...

Sewage Treatment, Processing and Recycling in China Features Current Performance Analysis With Data Series And Graphs

DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-October 15, 2008 - Research and Markets Current Prices Table Real Growth Table Ratio Table Statistics Available Include: Revenue, Industry Gross Product, Enterprises, Establishments, Employment, Imports, Exports, Assets, Total Wages, Domestic Demand Graphs Include...

This Report Provides a Comprehensive and up-to-date Overview of the Global Market for Textile Reinforcements Used in the Rubber Industry

DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-October 15, 2008 - Research and Markets - Solutia Inc. - SRF Limited - Teijin Limited - Toray Industries Inc. - Toyobo Company Ltd. For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/d00195/tire_cord_world_da

Burlington Coat Factory Announces First Quarter Fiscal 2009 Operating Results

BURLINGTON, N.J.-(Business Wire)-October 14, 2008 - Burlington Coat Factory: — Adjusted EBITDA of $17.3 million versus ($4.6) million in Fiscal 2008. — Gross Margin Improves 330 basis points versus last year. — Comparative Store Sales increase of 0.2%. — Total sales...

Air Liquide Industrial U.S. LP Announces Price Increases

HOUSTON-(Business Wire)-October 14, 2008 - Air Liquide Industrial U.S. LP, the subsidiary of American Air Liquide Holdings, Inc. that supplies bulk industrial gases throughout the U.S., announced today that it will raise prices for its industrial gas customers. Prices for bulk oxygen, nitrogen and...

Columbia Sportswear Company to Announce Third Quarter 2008 Financial Results on October 23, 2008

PORTLAND, Ore.-(Business Wire)-October 14, 2008 - Columbia Sportswear Company (Nasdaq:COLM) will release third quarter 2008 financial results on Thursday, October 23, 2008 after the market closes. The Company's senior management will host a telephone conference call at 5:00 p.m. ET that same day...

Cypress Envirosystems Partners With Honeywell To Develop Wireless Gauge Reader

SAN JOSE, Calif.-(Business Wire)-October 14, 2008 - Cypress Envirosystems, a subsidiary of Cypress Semiconductor Corp. (NYSE:CY), today announced it has partnered with Honeywell to create a OneWireless(TM) version of Cypress Envirosystems' innovative Wireless Gauge Reader. Based on technology from...

A Comprehensive Profile of the Menswear Market in Germany - Spot Future Trends, Examine 5 Year Forecasts & Understand the Current Market

DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-October 14, 2008 - Research and Markets For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/e0a7aa/menswear_in_german Source: Datamonitor

New Book 'Engineering Textiles' Discusses Several Approaches to the Fiber-To-Fabric Engineering Of Various Textile Products

DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-October 14, 2008 - Research and Markets fabrics: nonwovens. Compound fabrics. References. Finishing processes for fibrous assemblies in textile product design Introduction. Yarn finish. Fabric finish. Nanotechnology: finish applications. Coating and lamination...

Lucky Brand Chooses Fluid Inc.

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-October 14, 2008 - Lucky Brand has retained Fluid, an interactive online retail solutions company. Fluid will assist in deploying interactive online shopping experiences that unite the brand, their customers and their products in meaningful ways. By creating signature online...

Strategic Name Development Assists Wigwam Mills with New Brand Architecture and Product Naming

MINNEAPOLIS-(Business Wire)-October 14, 2008 - Coincident with the launch of its new packaging design, created by MSLK Graphic Design, Wigwam Mills sought the advice of Strategic Name Development to align their brand architecture, product naming and packaging copy system with their new brand...

Container and Pooling Solutions Celebrates 10 Years of Greening Supply Chains and Saving Customers Money

LIVONIA, Mich.-(Business Wire)-October 14, 2008 - Container and Pooling Solutions (CAPS) (www.usecaps.com), announced its official name change today. After 10 years as Container and Pallet Services, the company made the shift to better align itself with the products and solutions it provides. The...

Cherokee Inc. Announces Recent Share Repurchases

VAN NUYS, Calif.-(Business Wire)-October 14, 2008 - Cherokee Inc. (NASDAQ:CHKE), a leading licensor and global brand management company, announced today that as of October 13, 2008, during the current fiscal quarter the Company has repurchased a total of 99,561 shares of its common stock in the open...

NPD Holiday 2008 Survey Results

PORT WASHINGTON, N.Y.-(Business Wire)-October 14, 2008 - The NPD Group, Inc., a leading market research company, released the results of its annual survey of consumers' holiday spending intentions. This year 26% of consumers surveyed told NPD they plan to spend less. In the 2007 survey results...

Sealy Unveils New Pressure Mapping Laboratory Takes Industry-Leading Role in Sleep Quality Research

TRINITY, N.C.-(Business Wire)-October 13, 2008 - Sealy Corporation (NYSE: ZZ), North America's No. 1 mattress manufacturer, has once again proven its leadership position in cutting edge research, technology and sleep science by announcing the unveiling the Dr. Robert G. and Beverly Addison Center of...

Perry Ellis International to Present at Wachovia Consumer Growth Conference

MIAMI-(Business Wire)-October 13, 2008 - Perry Ellis International, Inc. (NASDAQ:PERY) announced today that the company will be presenting at the Wachovia Securities 2008 Consumer Growth Conference on Tuesday, October 14, 2008 at 2:30 PM EDT at The New York Palace, New York. This event will be...

Hancock Fabrics Selects MegaPath's Site-to-Site MPLS VPN For Secure Data Communications to More Than 230 Locations

COSTA MESA, Calif.-(Business Wire)-October 13, 2008 - MegaPath Inc., the leading provider of managed IP data, voice and security services in North America, today announced that Hancock Fabrics is deploying MegaPath's Site-to-Site MPLS VPN service to deliver reliable, high-speed PCI compliant data...

Remarks by Tween Brands' CFO at Wachovia Conference to be Webcast Oct. 14

NEW ALBANY, Ohio-(Business Wire)-October 13, 2008 - Tween Brands, Inc. (NYSE: TWB) has scheduled a live audio webcast of remarks made by Rolando de Aguiar, executive vice president and chief financial officer, October 14 at the Wachovia Consumer Growth Conference in New York. de Aguiar is...

The German-Chinese Tannery ISA Tan Tec Now Lists CO2 Emissions and Water Consumption for Each Individual Product

GUANGZHOU, China-(Business Wire)-October 10, 2008 - The leading manufacturer of high-quality leather, ISA Tan Tec, is the first company in the industry to disclose information on the environmental footprint of each and every one of its products. An environmental pioneer, the company will now specify...

Examine this Essential and Comprehensive Clothesource Business Profile: Trousers and Skirts

DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-October 10, 2008 - Research and Markets , showing: - How demand for each group and category has grown since 2004, and which buying areas have grown and declined - Which categories have grown and which fallen - The change in the proportion of world trade in the group...

Macy's, Inc. Updates Business Performance and 2008 Guidance

CINCINNATI-(Business Wire)-October 10, 2008 - Macy's, Inc. (NYSE:M) today provided additional information on the company's business performance and updated its 2008 sales and earnings guidance in light of the weakening economic environment and consumer confidence. The company noted that with the...

UTEK Corporation Completes Acquisition of Social Technologies Group, Inc.

TAMPA, Fla. & WASHINGTON-(Business Wire)-October 10, 2008 - UTEK Corporation (NYSE Alternext:UTK) (LSE-AIM:UTK), a leading innovation services company, is pleased to announce it has completed the acquisition of Social Technologies Group, Inc. (Social Technologies), a leading strategic...

The Dixie Group's Third Quarter Earnings Expected to Decline below Analyst Estimates

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn.-(Business Wire)-October 9, 2008 - The Dixie Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:DXYN) today announced that its earnings for the third quarter ended September 27, 2008, will be adversely affected by continuing weakness in the sales of new and existing homes and deteriorating credit conditions...

Clothesource Business Profile: Tailoring Report Highlights How Supplier Countries' Share Has Evolved

DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-October 9, 2008 - Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Clothesource Business Profile: Tailoring" report to their offering. Clothesource Business Profiles are designed to: - Help buyers, especially in the EU and US, answer today's two crucial...

Tandy Leather Factory, Inc. Reports September Sales Down 4% Against September 2007

FORT WORTH, TEXAS-(Business Wire)-October 9, 2008 - Tandy Leather Factory, Inc. (AMEX: TLF) reported today that sales for the month of September were $4.0 million, down 4% from September 2007 sales of $4.2 million. Year-to-date sales are down 4% at $39.4 million in the current year from $40.9...

Rohm and Haas to Introduce Binders and Additives for Textiles and Non-Wovens at cinte techtextile China

SHANGHAI-(Business Wire)-October 9, 2008 - Specialty materials company Rohm and Haas (NYSE:ROH) will showcase its range of high performance binders and additive solutions at the New China International Trade Fair for Technical Textiles and Non-wovens vinyl acrylic/acetate emulsions. The...

American Apparel Reports September 2008 Comparable Store Sales

LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-October 9, 2008 - American Apparel, Inc. (NYSE Alternext US: APP) today announced the company's comparable store sales (unaudited) for the month of September 2008 and for the third quarter ended September 30, 2008. American Apparel reported that for the month of September...

Eastman Announces Higher Third-Quarter 2008 Earnings Expectation

KINGSPORT, Tenn.-(Business Wire)-October 8, 2008 - Eastman Chemical Company (NYSE:EMN) today announced that third-quarter 2008 earnings per share excluding costs related to strategic actions are expected to be above the high end of the current range of analysts' estimates on First Call, which is...

Aeropostale Reports Record September Sales Results

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-October 8, 2008 - Aeropostale, Inc. (NYSE: ARO), a mall-based specialty retailer of casual and active apparel for young women and men, today announced that total net sales for the five-week period ended October 4, 2008 increased 15% to $146.7 million, from $127.9 million for...

Crocs, Inc. Appoints Peter Jacobi to Its Board of Directors

NIWOT, Colo.-(Business Wire)-October 8, 2008 - Crocs, Inc. (NASDAQ: CROX) announced today that Peter Jacobi has been appointed to the Crocs, Inc. Board of Directors. Mr. Jacobi, was employed by Levi Strauss & Company from 1970 until his retirement in 1999. During his nearly 30 year tenure, Mr...

Cygne Designs, Inc. Announces Resignation of Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Company

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-October 8, 2008 - Cygne Designs, Inc. (CYDS.PS) today announced the resignation of Bernard Manuel from all positions with the Company and its subsidiaries and affiliates, including his position as Chairman of the Board of the Company and as a member of its Board of...

Lanmark Controls' New Laser Marking Controller Eliminates the Need for a PC

BOXBOROUGH, Mass.-(Business Wire)-October 8, 2008 - Lanmark(R) Controls, Inc. (www.lanmarkcontrols.com) recently released its new LanMarker(R) LEC-1 Embedded Controller Card, the first laser marking controller for galvanometer-based laser scanning systems that allows users to save marking jobs...

Clothesource Business Profile: Hosiery Report Now Available

DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-October 8, 2008 - Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Clothesource Business Profile: Hosiery" report to their offering. Clothesource Business Profiles are designed to: - Help buyers, especially in the EU and US, answer today's two crucial questions...

Lawson Fashion Product Lifecycle Management Helping to Bring Greater Efficiency at Gini and Jony

ST. PAUL, Minn.-(Business Wire)-October 8, 2008 - Lawson Software (Nasdaq: LWSN) today announced that India-based Gini and Jony, a leading manufacturer of children's apparel is experiencing growth, due, in part, to its use of Lawson Fashion Product Lifecycle Management (PLM). The solution is...

The Bon-Ton Stores, Inc. Announces September Sales

YORK, Pa.-(Business Wire)-October 8, 2008 - The Bon-Ton Stores, Inc. (NASDAQ: BONT) today announced comparable store sales for the five weeks ended October 4, 2008 decreased 4.6% compared with the prior year period. Total sales for the five weeks decreased 2.7% to $299.4 million compared with $307.9...

Merck KGaA and Nano-Terra Announce Extension of Nanotechnology Solutions Alliance

DARMSTADT, Germany-(Business Wire)-October 8, 2008 - Merck KGaA (EMD in North America) announced today the extension of its existing strategic alliance with Nano-Terra, Inc., a leading nanotechnology co-development company. The original agreement between the companies, announced in February 2007...

Clothesource Business Profile: Casual Outerwear Report Provide The Essential Information About Manufacturing Capabilities Around The World

DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-October 7, 2008 - Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Clothesource Business Profile: Casual Outerwear" report to their offering. Clothesource Business Profiles are designed to: - Help buyers, especially in the EU and US, answer today's two...

UniFirst Corporation Plans to Announce Fourth Quarter and Full Year Results on October 28, 2008

WILMINGTON, Mass.-(Business Wire)-October 7, 2008 - UniFirst Corporation (NYSE: UNF) will report fourth quarter and year end results on October 28, 2008 after the close of the market. The Company will hold a conference call at 4:00 p.m. on October 29, 2008 Eastern Time to discuss its quarterly...

INVISTA B.V. to Distribute a Current Report to Investors

WICHITA, Kan.-(Business Wire)-October 6, 2008 - INVISTA B.V., a global integrated polymers and fibers company, will distribute a current report to its investors Tuesday. INVISTA B.V. will make this report available upon request to holders and beneficial owners of units (consisting of 9 1/4% senior...

G&K Services Announces Expense Reduction Actions to Address Economic Conditions; Establishes Reserves for Certain Matters

MINNEAPOLIS-(Business Wire)-October 6, 2008 - G&K Services, Inc. (NASDAQ: GKSR), a market leader in branded identity apparel programs and facility services, today announced specific actions taken to reduce expenses in light of the continued difficult economic environment and has established reserves...

Zumiez Inc. to Participate in Wachovia Consumer Growth Conference

EVERETT, Wash.-(Business Wire)-October 6, 2008 - Zumiez Inc. (NASDAQ: ZUMZ) a leading specialty retailer of action sports related apparel, footwear, equipment and accessories, is scheduled to present at the 2008 Wachovia Consumer Growth Conference on Wednesday, October 15, 2008 in New York. Zumiez...

CORRECTING and REPLACING Crocs, Inc. Sells Assets of Foam Creations Business Unit

NIWOT, Colo.-(Business Wire)-October 6, 2008 - third graph, last sentence of Ron Snyder's quote should read: We will maintain a Canadian sales and marketing office as well as our retail store in Quebec City; while expanding our presence throughout the country including the opening of additional...

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