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Home » Topic » Business » Economy

Economic Development Will Fuel the Construction Market

by Don Taylor | Aug 17, 2022
Business | Business Development | Economy

Construction will lead the way toward sustained economic recovery if the government assists.

Get Out of the Box: Industry Trends Require Creative Solutions to Challenges

by Josh Zimmerman | Aug 17, 2022
Business | Economy

The industry needs to adapt to the market. Here’s how to meet the challenges and realize the rewards.

Proactive Fiscal Project Management: Construction’s Defense Against Price Instability

by Kenny Ingram | Aug 9, 2022
Accounting | Business | Economy | Finance

Four steps to proactive fiscal management using innovative practices and technologies.

Construction Materials Prices Increased in June, Up 20% From a Year Ago

by ABC | Jul 26, 2022
Economy | Markets

Construction input prices increased 1.9% in June compared to the previous month.

New Tech Models Driving Innovation and Efficiency in Infrastructure Projects

by Kenny Ingram | Jul 25, 2022
Business | Economy | Finance | Infrastructure | Markets | Technology

This year, infrastructure will usurp housing as the predominant revenue stream for contractors.

What Do Rising Interest Rates Mean for Construction Equipment Loans?

by Jill McKean-Bilby | Jul 19, 2022
Economy | Equipment | Finance | Fleet Management

Although business borrowing for equipment dropped slightly, requests for refinancing are rising.

Construction Industry Experiences Growth

by Rachel E. Pelovitz | Jul 19, 2022
Business | Economy

Swyft Filings’ 'State of Swyft Industry Report' has analyzed data and ranked the construction industry.

ABC’s Construction Backlog Inches Lower in June; Contractor Confidence Falters

by ABC | Jul 12, 2022
Economy | Markets | Total Human Health

ABC's Construction Backlog Indicator fell 0.1 months in June and stands at 8.9 months.
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