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ABC: Nonresidential construction spending dips in May
Nonresidential construction spending was down 0.6 percent in May, according to an Associated Builders & Contractors (ABC) analysis of federal data. Keep Reading
Why the industry must prioritize people again
Thomas Haun of the newly formed Turner Staffing Group encourages every industry company to fully reexamine their approach to hiring and retention. Keep Reading
Great Lakes limestone trade up in May
Great Lakes limestone shipments totaled 3.9 million tons in May, up 5.5 percent compared to a year ago, according to the Lake Carriers' Association. Keep Reading
Dodge Momentum Index eclipses previous high
Dodge Construction Network’s momentum index measuring nonresidential building projects in planning continues on its upward trajectory, increasing 7 percent last month to 176.2. Keep Reading
USGS: First-quarter aggregate production up 4 percent
The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) estimates that 476 million metric tons of aggregates were produced and shipped for consumption in the first quarter of 2022. Keep Reading
ABC: Construction employment up in May
Construction industry employment was up 36,000 jobs last month and 283,000 jobs year over year, according to the Associated Builders & Contractors (ABC). Keep Reading
AGC: Record-high job openings still plaguing construction
The Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) say while construction employment is above pre-pandemic levels in 32 states, record job openings could threaten further gains. Keep Reading
Dodge: Construction starts up 3 percent in April
Total construction starts rose last month, with nonresidential and residential building starts growing and nonbuilding falling. Keep Reading
ABC: Construction backlogs up, confidence down among contractors in April
The Associated Builders & Contractors (ABC) say its Construction Backlog Indicator was up in April while its Construction Confidence Index dipped. Keep Reading
