Top Countries Investing in the Global Construction Market
Here's a look at the countries deemed major players in world construction, as well as which countries have seen a drop in construction in the last few years.
Small Business Job Growth Slows in June, While Wage Growth Increases
The Paychex | IHS Markit Small Business Employment Watch shows small business job growth declined 1.09% year-over-year; hourly earnings growth rose for the third consecutive month.
May Construction Unemployment Rates Down in 46 States Year-Over-Year, Says ABC
In May, estimated not seasonally adjusted construction unemployment rates fell nationally and in 46 states on a year-over-year basis. Three states (Michigan, South Dakota and Vermont) had no change, while only Hawaii increased, rising from 5% in May 2018 to 5.2% in the most recent report.
The Changing Landscape of AEC Marketing in 2019 and Beyond
Understanding upcoming trends and predicting potential challenges allows AEC firms to prepare for change and build resiliency in the face of an evolving marketing landscape.
May Construction Starts Advance 10%
Nonbuilding construction and nonresidential building rebound after a weak April.
Engineering and Construction M&A Activity Lags to Start 2019
Q1 2019 was a low mark in M&A value and transaction volumes in the last three years. Sector M&A activity continues to be dragged by economic uncertainty, ongoing trade friction, and associated geopolitical tension, all of which cloud otherwise good underlying fundamentals.
Construction Input Prices Continue to Rise, Says ABC
Construction input prices increased 0.9% in April on a monthly basis and 2.4% compared to the same time last year, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
How Contractors Can Thrive Despite Tariffs and Labor Shortages
How can contractors weather this perfect storm of escalating costs and a shortage of workers? Here are a few tips.
