Albeit only slightly, jobs are up and unemployment is down in the construction industry.
Construction Futures: June 2025 Economic Roundup
Could there be more rate cuts than the construction industry originally expected this year?
Contractors’ Backlog Falls Sharply in May
While ABC's Construction Backlog Indicator fell in May 2025, it is up since this time last year.
The Safety-Productivity Link Construction Leaders Can’t Ignore
Comprehensive safety measures are being recognized as more effective for construction companies, but what's lesser known is the consequent boost in productivity on safer construction projects.
Despite Tariff Impacts, ABC Contractors’ Backlog and Profit Margin Expectations Improve in April
Tariff volatility is proving a moot point in the face of optimistic contractors, according to the ABC Construction Backlog Indicator in May.
All But 4 States Had Construction Unemployment Rates Below 10% in March
National construction unemployment rates are nothing if not consistent, holding steady at 5.4%, the same as this time last year.
Four Ways to Master the Twists and Turns of Construction Project Change Orders
Under budget, over budget, change orders and labor shortages. Construction projects are not lacking in surprises. Here's how to be prepared for them.
What’s the Buzz: DEWALT’s 2025 Power Pulse Survey
How is the electrification of your fleet coming? By DEWALT's estimate, it should be pretty good.










