The Construction Economy Brief, January 2025
In a brief video, Michael Guckes, Chief Economist at ConstructConnect, helps industry leaders navigate the construction industry’s economic landscape.
Construction Economic News
Amtrak Moves Forward with Sawtooth Bridges Replacement Project
Amtrak reached a milestone in the Sawtooth Bridges Replacement Project by selecting a joint venture to handle preconstruction activities, the railway...
Marshall Benveniste
Jan 2, 2025
Construction Starts Show Broad Slowing of Industry Activity through November
ConstructConnect Chief Economist Michael Guckes provides insights and analysis monthly on US Nonresidential and Residential Construction Starts
Marshall Benveniste
Dec 20, 2024
NY State Registration for Public Work Contractors and Subcontractors Begins this Month
Starting December 30 2024 New York State contractors and subcontractors engaged in public work projects or certain private projects will be required...
Marshall Benveniste
Dec 19, 2024
Fed Cuts Interest Rates by One-Quarter Point
The Federal Open Market Committee cut the benchmark federal funds rate by 0.25%, their third rate cut in 2024.
Marshall Benveniste
Dec 18, 2024
Billion Dollar Joint Venture Focused on Office-to-Residential Conversions
Dune Real Estate Partners and TF Cornerstone announced a billion-dollar joint venture to convert underused office buildings into residential units
Marshall Benveniste
Dec 18, 2024
Construction Starts
US Nonresidential Construction Starts - Regions Mixed Through October
A report on US regional nonresidential construction starts with commentary and analysis from Michael Guckes, Chief Economist at ConstructConnect
Marshall Benveniste
Dec 16, 2024
Charleston County School Board Approves $26 Million Budget Increase
The Charleston County School Board approved a $26 million increase to its budget, funding the gap between project approval and rising construction...
Marshall Benveniste
Dec 16, 2024
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