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Contractor Confidence Tumbles in July, Construction Backlog Unchanged
Volatility in the industry—from job openings to materials prices—is not boding well for ABC's Construction Backlog Indicator and Construction Confidence Index.
By ABC
August 21, 2024
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Associated Builders and Contractors is a national construction industry trade association representing more than 21,000 members. Founded on the merit shop philosophy, ABC and its 69 chapters help members develop people, win work and deliver that work safely, ethically and profitably for the betterment of the communities in which ABC and its members work.
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