Construction Backlog Indicator Rebounds in February, Contractor Confidence Grows
Associated Builders and Contractors reported that its Construction Backlog Indicator rose to 8.1 months in February.
Construction Input Prices Surge in February
February construction input prices are up a modest 1.3%.
Built to Last: ABC 2026 Contractor of the Year Coakley & Williams Construction
Coakley & Williams Construction is ABC's 2026 Contractor of the Year.
How Profit Is Lost Before a Construction Project Even Starts
Research shows that 74% of projects that start construction prematurely experience significant productivity losses.
Portfolio-Level Budgeting Strategies Reduce Risk and Improve ROI
Portfolio-Level Budgeting Eliminates Silos and Drives Capital Project Success
Construction Backlog Indicator Rebounds in February, Contractor Confidence Grows
After a downward start to the year due to construction job losses and materials price increases, contractor confidence and backlog is back up.
Construction Materials Prices Surge in January, Driven Again by Tariffs
The tariffs have been struck down, but they are still reeking havoc on construction materials prices.
Construction Futures: February 2026 Economic Roundup
Construction employment rebounds, backlog falls and materials prices surge in early 2026, despite still lacking construction economic data due to the government shutdown.
