Construction Backlog Indicator Holds Steady in November, Contractor Confidence Surges
Contractor confidence remains on an uptick as the construction backlog indicator remains consistent.
Construction Job Openings Down Nearly 40% From a Year Ago
Do fewer construction jobs available combined with fewer lay offs bode well for the future of the workforce?
Withdrawal of Biden Administration’s Apprenticeship Rule a Victory for ABC
Biden's latest regulation withdrawal proves a victory for ABC and apprentices industry-wide.
Storms Suppress Nonresidential Construction Spending in October
Devastation from Hurricanes Helene and Milton still lingers, affecting nonresidential construction spending.
ABC 2025 National Chair, Executive Committee Announced
Meet ABC's 2025 national chair, David Pugh, and executive committee members as they prepare to lead the industry into ABC's 75th year.
ABC Applauds Court Decision Upending DOL’s Unlawful Overtime Rule
The rollback benefits small businesses in the construction industry, namely in regard to workplace flexibility and career advancement opportunities.
Energy Prices Drive Construction Materials Costs 0.3% Higher in October
High energy prices are driving a slight surge in construction materials prices, but overall numbers remain lower than they were this time last year.
ABC’s Construction Backlog Indicator Slips in October, Contractor Confidence Remains Elevated
Backlog is down in October, but don't be fooled—this dip is consistent with October 2023, and contractors remain confident.
ABC Congratulates Merit Shop-Friendly Executive Branch and Senate
The White House and Senate will flip to GOP control for the next four years, boding well for merit-shop legislative efforts.
September Construction Job Openings, Distorted by Storms, Decrease by 40,000
There is more than meets the eye, especially when it comes to construction job openings for September.
Construction Backlog Indicator Rebounds in September, Contractor Confidence Improves
Confidence is key, and ABC's positive Construction Backlog Indicator trend is boosting confidence among its contractors.
Construction Input Prices Down 0.9% in September
Large decrease in oil prices contributes to decrease in overall input prices for September.
ABC Announces Disaster-Relief Efforts and Resources Following Hurricane Milton
Here's a list of resources and donation links to help support those affected by the recent hurricanes in the Gulf.
Record Rebound in Construction Job Openings in August
Hurricane Beryl seems to have spiked construction job openings. While overall industry openings are down, hurricanes Helene and Milton could compound Beryl's effects.
Construction Employment Increased by 25,000 in September
For five straight months, construction sector job growth holds strong and is hopeful to continue.
ABC Urges Negotiations to Restore Operations Following Port Strike
Following the ILA strike on the East and Gulf Coasts, ABC issues a statement.
ABC Joins White House Roundtable on Addiction Recovery-Ready Workplaces
September is mental-health awareness month, and as construction is the leading industry for suicides, ABC is taking the issue to the White House.
Construction Input Prices Inch Up in August, but Lower Than 1 Year Ago
Relief may be in sight for contractors, with construction prices down almost a full percentage point over the past year and a promising chance for a rate-drop from
Nonresidential Construction Employment Increased by 28,300 in August
Maybe the skilled-labor gap is shrinking after all, so why are ABC contractors losing confidence?
Construction Job Openings Plunge By 51,000 in July
Job openings in the construction industry dropped by 71,000 in June. July saw that trend continue, with another drop of 51,000.
Nonresidential Construction Spending Dips 0.2% in July
With construction materials prices going up, correlation may be causation when it comes to construction spending going down in the nonresidential markets.