economy
CRH chief: 2018 brought ‘record profit delivery’
The company reports it continued to grow profitably in 2018 despite weather disruption and an inflationary cost environment. Keep Reading
Report: Construction spending reaches record high
Spending should stay robust through early 2019, according to the Associated General Contractors of America. But trade disputes, workforce shortages and rising interest rates threaten to undermine long-term growth in construction demand. Keep Reading
Nye, Martin Marietta look to 2018’s second half
Executive Ward Nye and company management expect 2018 to be a record-setting year for the company for a number of reasons. Keep Reading
Martin Marietta reaches milestones in second quarter 2018
The company reached a number of high marks, including record revenues, profits and diluted earnings per share. Keep Reading
Industry outlook still positive despite corrections in the financial market
While financial volatility has returned, economic growth has strengthened. Keep Reading
Chamber of Commerce lays out infrastructure plan
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce president and CEO recently outlined a plan for infrastructure modernization and investment. Keep Reading
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
