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How Granite performed in the first quarter of 2022
Granite Construction released its first-quarter 2022 report, noting that gains were made in its aggregate business. Keep Reading
ABC: Construction unemployment down in 45 states in March 2022
An analysis of federal data done by the Associated Builders & Contractors (ABC) shows that 45 states have lower construction unemployment in March 2022 compared to March 2021. Keep Reading
NSSGA: Freight rail issues severely impacting producers
The National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA) says declining rail service and unwarranted price increases for aggregate shippers are delaying and increasing costs for infrastructure projects. Keep Reading
AGC: Construction employment up in 75 percent of metro areas in March 2022
The Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) says construction employment is up in 75 percent of metro areas from March 2021 to March 2022. Keep Reading
Dodge: Total construction starts decline in March 2022
Despite the dip following a strong February, Dodge Construction Network says there is still plenty of optimism for 2022 overall. Keep Reading
Manufacturers optimistic as they look to coming months
A number of equipment manufacturers offered their two cents on the state of the aggregate industry at last month’s AGG1. Keep Reading
New dynamics at play in crushing parts supply
Columbia Steel leaders offer the latest on the supply environment as it pertains to key materials like manganese. Keep Reading
AGC: Construction jobs gains continue but more work ahead
The Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) says March’s construction employment exceeded pre-pandemic peak levels in 32 states. Keep Reading
ABC: Construction input prices up in March 2022
The Associated Builders & Contractors (ABC) says construction input prices are up, both in March and since February 2020. Keep Reading
