economy
Aggregate demand expectations for 2018
The outlook continues to be positive with aggregate consumption at its highest level in nine years. Keep Reading
ARTBA: US transportation infrastructure market to rebound in 2018
The U.S. transportation infrastructure market is anticipated to rebound slightly next year, following a 2.8 percent drop in 2017, reports ARTBA. Keep Reading
Tax reform bill takes center stage
The House of Representatives introduced a reform bill that will overhaul the tax system. Learn more about the bill introduced. Keep Reading
States supporting highways; federal bill less critical
The forecast changes in the past few months are negative for 2017 and positive for 2018 and beyond. Keep Reading
Aggregate demand expected to grow through 2017
Construction materials demand continues to increase for most areas of the country. Keep Reading
Dodge Momentum Index moves higher in June
The Dodge Momentum Index from Dodge Data & Analytics took another step forward in June, increasing 1.1 percent to 141.1 (2000=100) from its revised May reading of 139.6. Keep Reading
Aggregate outlook declines beyond 2017
Construction markets remain healthy along with a growing economy. Near term, the prospect of 3-plus percent GDP growth looks good; longer term they look worse. Keep Reading
Report: Aggregate industry reaps economic benefits
The Phoenix Center released an economic scorecard that details the effect of the aggregate industry on the economy and jobs. Keep Reading
Factors to consider when forecasting
The economy is doing better and confidence is growing. This will translate into somewhat faster gross domestic product growth for 2017. Keep Reading
