The Expansion Explosion: Insights Into the Current Data Center Boom
by Sarah Martin, Associate Forecasting Director, and Olevia Sharbaugh, Economist The construction of data center projects has been garnering a…
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Construction Employment Continues to Trend Up in July
by Arsene Aka, Senior Economist at ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ The latest data released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS)…
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JOLTS June: Navigating Mid-Year Sluggishness
by Olevia Sharbaugh Starkey, Economist at ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ The Bureau of Labor Statistics posted yet another Job Openings and…
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Construction Spending Drops Further in June
by Arsene Aka, Senior Economist at ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ The latest data released by the U.S. Commerce Department (Census Bureau)…
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June’s Producer Price Index (PPI) Release: A Closer Look
by Ralph Flores, Economist at ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ For June 2024, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported a 0.2%…
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Analyzing the Construction Impacts of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games
by Ralph Flores, Economist at ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ The Olympic Games are a vibrant celebration that goes beyond sports, serving…
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The Benefits of Networking: How Connections Can Fuel Subcontractor Success
As a subcontractor in construction, your success depends on more than technical skills and quality workmanship. Networking plays a crucial…
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Bid Smarter: A Guide to Evaluating Profitable Construction Projects
Not all construction bids are worth pursuing. Some projects align perfectly with your company’s strengths and goals, while others stand…
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Construction Spending Slipped in May
by Arsene Aka, Senior Economist at ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ The U.S. Commerce Department (Census Bureau) recently reported that construction spending…
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How to Win More Construction Bids in 2024
Winning construction bids is the lifeblood of any subcontractor in commercial construction. With increasing competition and tight profit margins, it’s…
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