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Construction, auto sectors show mixed signals
While automakers ramped up output in the U.S. last month, new auto sales declined year on year in February.
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Construction sector retains employment momentum
Although contractors continue to hire, architects are reporting fewer projects on their schedules.
AGC reports slight winter chill in activity
Severe weather hampered infrastructure work in January, says the Associated General Contractors of America, but single-family homebuilding has endured.
Ferrous scrap faces another drop in value
Although winter weather has pinched supply in some places, mills in the U.S. and Turkey expect to buy ferrous scrap for less.
Construction firms have mixed outlook for 2024
Although expectations for demand remain mostly positive, the results of an Associated General Contractors of America survey show contractors are less upbeat amid new challenges.
Associated General Contractors of America CEO to retire
After 27 years of leading the association, Stephen E. Sandherr will leave his post March 31, 2024.
Broad-based construction spending up
While spending on construction is up, finding qualified workers continues to challenge firms.
Construction sector contributes to August jobs boost
Healthy construction industry created nearly 12 percent of net new jobs this August, according to government data.
Construction bid prices down in July as steel input prices decline
The Associated General Contractors of America says IRA ‘Buy American’ rules could hamstring supply chain in future.
Construction employment up in 42 states from last year
Despite employment gains, the Associated General Contractors of America says contractors continue to struggle to find qualified employees.
Construction spending rises in April
Labor concerns remain, but the spending has stayed strong despite a variety of economic headwinds.
