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AGC economist offers a look at 2021

Ken Simonson, chief economist at the Associated General Contractors of America, expects residential construction to climb in the months ahead. Other market segments, however, may not be as fortunate. Keep Reading

Dodge Momentum Index posts dip in October 2020

Dodge Data & Analytics' index slipped 1.8 percent last month. The commercial component lost momentum while the institutional component gained. Keep Reading

Report: Construction spending up, but so are cancellations, delays

Construction spending in September improved 3 percent, but 75 percent of contractors have experienced delays or cancellations, according to an industry report. Keep Reading

More contractors report canceled projects than starts

The Associated General Contractors of America found this through a survey. It also says construction employment declined in most metros over the last 12 months. Keep Reading

AGC: Construction employment down in 42 states from February to September 2020

Construction employment was lower in September than it was in February in 42 states, according to the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC). Keep Reading

Texas exec earns ARTBA’s top honor

Zachry Construction Corp.'s David Zachry, whose subsidiaries include Capitol Aggregates, is the recipient of the American Road & Transportation Builders Association's (ARTBA) most prestigious award this year. Keep Reading

Thunder Creek tabs VP of sales

In his new role, Larry Lea will manage Thunder Creek's national sales team while working with the company's product, production and engineering teams. Keep Reading

Command Alkon acquiring Trimble’s construction logistics business

The transaction is expected to close in the fourth quarter this year. Financial terms were not disclosed. Keep Reading

Martin: Expecting a positive 2020 finish in the Mid-Atlantic

Rod Martin of Martin Stone Quarries says 2020 should end well, but 2021 and beyond might present serious questions. Keep Reading

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