Associated General Contractors of America
Perspectives: Positioning for what’s next in aggregates
Economists and executives cite soft demand and tariff uncertainty as firms sharpen their strategies. Keep Reading
Perspectives: Lower rates could spark a rebound, but risks remain
Industry leaders discuss how factors such as interest rates, data centers and nonresidential construction can shape 2026. Keep Reading
Perspectives: Industry leaders reflect on state of the industry
Producers, equipment suppliers and other industry stakeholders offer their latest takes as the industry reaches midsummer. Keep Reading
AGC: Construction employment up in October, spending up in September
The Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) reports that construction employment was up 8,000 jobs in October, and construction spending saw a 0.1 percent increase in September. Keep Reading
Factors affecting the construction industry in 2025
Industry economists are eyeing several factors as they shape their forecasts for next year – including interest rates, inflation, the workforce and the election. Keep Reading
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
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
Episode 24: Industry economists offer short-term outlook
On this episode of "Drilling Deeper," P&Q managing editor Jack Kopanski discusses the latest economic developments and how they are impacting construction and aggregates. Keep Reading
