Richard Branch
Dodge Momentum Index makes gains to end 2022
The commercial component of the index rose 8.4 percent in December, and the institutional component ticked up 2.7 percent. Keep Reading
Dodge: Construction starts take a dive in November
Nonresidential building starts dropped the most although nonbuilding was not far behind, according to Dodge Construction Network. Keep Reading
Addressing workforce woes
As the industry searches for skilled workers, Dodge Construction Network’s Richard Branch says there are things the companies can do to attract more employees. Keep Reading
What to expect from the construction market in 2023
While economic pressures are seemingly everywhere, Dodge Construction Network chief economist Richard Branch is optimistic about what next year has in store. Keep Reading
Branch: Up in the air on infrastructure
Nonbuilding construction increased in the second half of 2022 as government funding began rolling out and the construction industry is counting on that to continue in 2023, says Dodge Construction Network’s Richard Branch. Keep Reading
Dodge: Construction starts increase in October
Dodge Construction Network says nonresidential building starts gained 9 percent, nonbuilding rose 26 percent and residential fell 3 percent. Keep Reading
Warehousing starts to stall next year
Dodge Construction Network’s Richard Branch says after a strong several years, warehousing starts will plateau in 2023, while manufacturing construction will continue its upward trajectory. Keep Reading
Residential rebound on hold
After a down 2022, Dodge Construction Network’s Richard Branch says single-family construction starts should bounce back in the latter half of 2023. Keep Reading
Mixed outlook on tap for 2023
Dodge Construction Network’s Richard Branch says while the economy will likely slow dramatically in 2023, some construction sectors will feel the impact more than others. Keep Reading
