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Home » Topic » Business » Economy

Equipment Rental Industry Prepares for Recovery

by American Rental Association | Dec 11, 2020
Business | Economy | Equipment | Heavy Equipment | Tools | Vehicles

The ARA revenue forecast calls for modest growth in 2021 accelerating in 2022 and beyond.

2021 Construction Economic Forecast

by Construction Executive | Dec 9, 2020
Economy | Features | Markets

The current “V”-shaped economic recovery could be transitioning into a “W”—another recession may be on the horizon. Critically, one could occur even if a further stimulus is passed.

High-Growth AEC Firms Grew Three Times Faster Than Average-Growth Companies, Study Finds

by Martin C. McCarthy | Nov 8, 2020
Business | Business Development | Economy

Hinge found high-growth AEC firms approach marketing as a coordinated effort, experiencing 50% more impact from digital and content marketing compared to no-growth counterparts.

Cash Is Still King: The Importance of Projecting Cash Flow

by Robert Mercado, Michelle Johnson | Nov 5, 2020
Accounting | Business | Business Development | Economy | Finance

Implementing these financial practices can mitigate potential cash flow setbacks on a project, while increasing profitability and longevity.

U.S. Economy Expands at 33.1% Annual Rate in Q3 of 2020, Says ABC

by ABC | Nov 4, 2020
Economy | Markets | Total Human Health

The U.S. economy expanded at an annualized rate of 33.1% during the third quarter of 2020, helping to offset a significant share of the economic loss sustained during the second quarter, says ABC.

COVID-19 Creates a New Blueprint for the Construction Industry

by John Wood, AJ Mueller | Nov 2, 2020
Commercial | Economy | Markets

At the start of the pandemic, the construction industry saw a loss of more than a million jobs. However, as 2021 approaches, the forecast looks positive as the industry continues to adapt and move ahead.

Women Face Mounting Personal and Professional Pressure Due to COVID-19, According to USGBC Survey

by USGBC | Oct 19, 2020
Careers | Diversity | Economy | Recruitment | Retention | Workforce

More than 60% of respondents agree the pandemic is negatively impacting workplace equity in green construction.

Five Tried-and-True Strategies to Keep Projects Moving During a Recession

by Erik Hayden | Oct 15, 2020
Business | Business Development | Economy | Productivity | Project Management

COVID-19 is causing many to rethink expectations and timelines, but they don’t all have to. Developers and investors can move forward by recognizing how to take advantage of a down market—and practicing patience.
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