infrastructure
PCA economist upbeat about first half of 2023
The Portland Cement Association’s (PCA) chief economist expects the U.S. economy in the first six months of the year to be stronger than previously expected. Keep Reading
AGC: Construction spending increases in September
The Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) says construction spending increased 0.2 percent in September and 10.9 percent year to date. Keep Reading
PCA: Cement consumption expected to drop in 2023
Due to increasing inflation and interest rates, the Portland Cement Association (PCA) projects a 3.5 percent decline in cement demand in 2023. Keep Reading
AGC: Data shows construction spending down slightly
The Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) says total construction spending was down a tad in August amid rising interest rates. Keep Reading
AGC: June construction employment behind pre-pandemic levels
The Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) says June construction employment lagged pre-pandemic levels despite record job openings. Keep Reading
Inflation takes center stage at congressional roundtable
Bond Construction Corp.'s Karen Hubacz, chair of the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association, addressed the House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee on the topic. Keep Reading
Gingrich, former House speaker, visits P&Q Roundtable
Newt Gingrich touched on a variety of business issues during a virtual visit to the 2022 Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference, including infrastructure, the supply chain and energy. Keep Reading
TACA creates position to manage government affairs
The Texas Aggregates & Concrete Association (TACA) hired Matthew Posey as manager of government affairs and external relations. Keep Reading
ABC: Construction employment near pre-pandemic levels
The Associated Builders & Contractors (ABC) says the construction industry added 60,000 jobs in February, reaching near pre-pandemic employment levels. Keep Reading
