PPP Loan Extension Ending Aug. 8
There is just over one week left to apply for the extended period of the Paycheck Protection Program, which will accept new applications through Aug. 8.
The Bottom Line With Anirban Basu—July 14, 2020
Associated Builders and Contractors reported today that its Construction Backlog Indicator rose to 8.1 months in June.
Public Projects in the Pandemic Pandemonium
As many grapple with new economic realities, here are some of the approaches employed by states in the southeast to manage construction of public projects in this unprecedented time.
New Report Reveals Heavy Civil Construction Less Impacted by COVID-19 Than Commercial Construction
Data shows a relatively optimistic two-year outlook among heavy civil contractors, explores their use of technology and safety practices to improve jobsites.
Leverage an Auditor’s Toolbox for Business Stability in Turbulent Times
By leveraging auditing resources, businesses can gain insight and direction for delivering stability in operations. An auditor’s perspective can help strengthen awareness of the financial impact of day-to-day business decisions made in unsettled conditions.
ABC’s Chief Economist Delivers Mid-Year Forecast in CE Webinar
In a highly attended Construction Executive webinar on June 10, ABC's Chief Economist Anirban Basu discussed how the COVID-19 pandemic has rocked a nearly invincible economy.
Navigating the COVID-19 Economy: How Distributors and OEMs Can Work Together
Kitting—or the grouping of a set of parts linked by some attribute to be ordered, shipped and priced as one—affords efficiencies in ordering, fulfillment and cost. It’s become a focal point for many OEMs and distributors during the COVID-19 economic downturn.
ABC’s Construction Backlog Indicator Inches Higher in May; Contractor Confidence Continues to Rebound
Associated Builders and Contractors reported that its Construction Backlog Indicator rose to 7.9 months in May, an increase of less than 0.1 months from April’s reading.
