Road to Prosperity
Road to Prosperity is a series developed with support from Van Der Graaf, and focuses on discussing and highlighting positive developments, trends, and advancements within the aggregate and mining industries, exploring ways to move forward and achieve success.
Episode 26: Economists provide 2025 construction sector outlook
On this episode of "Drilling Deeper," P&Q managing editor Jack Kopanski chats with economists about what is ahead for each construction sector for the rest of 2024 and into 2025. Keep Reading
How the election could impact construction
Ken Simonson with the Associated General Contractors of America, discusses how the upcoming election could impact factors including tariffs, regulations and infrastructure spending. Keep Reading
PCA economist offers forecast for 2025
The Portland Cement Association’s (PCA) chief economist weighs in on recent Federal Reserve activity and how interest rate cuts should impact construction. Keep Reading
Assessing the residential construction market
Dodge Construction Network chief economist Richard Branch discusses the state of residential construction in 2024, outlining the road ahead for the multifamily segment. Keep Reading
Dodge Momentum Index dips in September
Dodge Construction Network reports that commercial planning was down 7.8 percent in the month while institutional planning was up 5.2 percent. Keep Reading
How inflation, interest rates have impacted construction
Zack Fritz, economist with the Associated Builders & Contractors, discusses the current state of construction materials prices and how interest rates have influenced the industry. Keep Reading
Economists offer promising industry outlook for fourth quarter, 2025
Three economists discuss what the rest of the year has in store for construction sectors, as well as what the coming year may bring. Keep Reading
Vulcan Materials to acquire Wake Stone
Vulcan Materials Co. agreed to acquire North Carolina-based Wake Stone Corp. in a deal that’s expected to be completed later this year. Keep Reading
Weighing in on workforce
Richard Branch of Dodge Construction Network shares his thoughts on the current state of the construction industry workforce. Keep Reading
