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Q2 Outlook Predicts Severe Declines in Equipment and Software Investment

by Equipment Leasing and Finance Association | Apr 22, 2020
Business | Economy | Equipment

Owing to the substantial uncertainty stemming from both COVID-19 and the impact of social distancing measures on the U.S. economy, investment in equipment and software is projected to contract severely in 2020, to between -8.6% and -13.5%

The Fed’s Toolbox: What’s Left to Pave the Way for Continued Construction?

by Virginia K. Trunkes | Apr 22, 2020
Economy | Legal and Regulatory | Legislation

While a myriad of government responses have permeated the United States depending on location, demographics and the severity of the COVID-19 crisis, the Federal Reserve remains determined to “provide as much relief and stability as [possible] during this period.”

Expectations for Infrastructure Investment Plummet Globally as COVID-19 Outbreak Shakes Confidence

by CG/LA Infrastructure | Apr 15, 2020
Economy | Infrastructure | Markets

According to a new survey taken before and after the pandemic, a lack of infrastructure investment is driving pessimism around a post-virus economic recovery.

Strengthen Supply Chain Management in a Volatile Market

While many parts of the supply chain are uncertain, construction professionals can only change the parts that are in their control. Zero in on three key areas: estimating jobs and materials needed, monitoring project progress and communicating with the team.

The Bourbon Boom: Building With Integrity

by Jason Wright | Apr 15, 2020
Economy | Markets

Bourbon is an $8.6 billion industry in Kentucky alone, and total production has increased by more than 115%. Those are exciting numbers, but they also mean unprecedented demand, putting added pressure on construction projects to meet project schedules and maintain quality.

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Q2 Outlook Predicts Severe Declines in Equipment and Software Investment

The Fed’s Toolbox: What’s Left to Pave the Way for Continued Construction?

Expectations for Infrastructure Investment Plummet Globally as COVID-19 Outbreak Shakes Confidence

Strengthen Supply Chain Management in a Volatile Market

The Bourbon Boom: Building With Integrity

Monthly Construction Input Prices Drop in March, Says ABC

The Impact of COVID-19 on the Equipment and Event Rental Industry

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