Is Copper’s Price Plateau Signaling a Future Decline in Overall Construction Material Prices?
Is Copper’s Price Plateau Signaling a Future Decline in Overall Construction Material Prices?
Construction Economic News
Analysis of Q2 2022 Gross Domestic Product Contraction
A quick analysis of the latest gross domestic product reading and how it relates to construction and building product manufacturing.
Michael Guckes, Chief Economist
Jul 29, 2022
Expansion Index Reports Geographically Dispersed July Expansion
ConstructConnect’s Expansion Index registered a 14% expansion in Canada and over 10% for the U.S. for the month of June 2022
Michael Guckes, Chief Economist
Jul 28, 2022
A New Way to Manage Lumber Cost Exposure Comes Available in August
CME Group is launching a new lumber futures contract that could benefit smaller sawmills along with general and trades contractors.
Michael Guckes, Chief Economist
Jul 13, 2022
Warehouse Construction Experiencing Delays and Cancellations
Amazon cancels or delays warehouse projects due to recent changes in consumer spending.
Michael Guckes, Chief Economist
Jul 6, 2022
Construction Industry Still Facing Supply Chain & Manufacturing Issues
The latest data on construction materials and supplies suggest no stop to the supply chain and manufacturing challenges facing the construction...
Michael Guckes, Chief Economist
Jun 7, 2022
Winning More Work Starts Here: Expert Tips, Market Trends, and Data-Driven Construction Insights
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