economy
Redefining ‘recession’ and the case that it’s already over
A National Bureau of Economic Research committee strayed within recent weeks from the textbook definition of 'recession,' arguing that one began in March of this year. Dodge Data & Analytics' Richard Branch offers some perspective on the committee's rationale. Keep Reading
AGC: Construction employment up in 31 states, down in 18
Additionally, the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) warns that job losses will resume without federal funding. Keep Reading
About P&Q’s Road to Recovery series
A new series from Pit & Quarry is designed to help producers navigate their businesses through these uncertain times and deliver the very latest information they need to make smart decisions. Keep Reading
Reopening America essential for the aggregate industry
As P&Q's Kevin Yanik writes, getting the economy going again means doing the little things – regularly filling your gas tank, supporting local businesses – that collectively add up to generate revenues states count on. Keep Reading
Construction starts retreat in April 2020
The decline is the result of the coronavirus pandemic and the economic recession that hit the construction sector, according to Dodge Data & Analytics. Keep Reading
Pit & Quarry coverage of the coronavirus
Pit & Quarry reports industry updates regarding the coronavirus. Keep Reading
Weather among factors impacting MDU’s 2020 first quarter
Lower investment returns, milder weather at utility operations and an adjustment on a construction contract impacted the quarterly performance of MDU Resources, the parent company of Knife River Corp. Keep Reading
Measuring the economic impact of the coronavirus
How long will the latest economic downturn last? And how might this downturn compare to the Great Recession? P&Q asked aggregate producers for their collective feelings on the matter. Keep Reading
Trade deals boost the outlook for the industry
Benefits from new trade agreements with China, Canada and Mexico will begin to show positive results by this summer and keep jobs growing at a solid pace. Keep Reading
