It is Inflation, Not the Federal Reserve, Driving Mortgage Rates
Chief Economist Michael Guckes analysis and insights on the divergence in the 30-year mortgage rate and the Federal Funds Rate
Construction Economic News
Tariffs
Changes to Tariffs Could Have Significant Impacts on Supply Chains
Chief Economist analyzes the potential impact on construction supply chains should the incoming administration implement tariffs.
Michael Guckes, Chief Economist
Dec 5, 2024
Construction Employment Update - November 2024
ConstructConnect Chief Economist Michael Guckes provides a monthly update on construction employment, wages, and hiring.
Michael Guckes, Chief Economist
Dec 4, 2024
Project Stress Index
Project Stress Index December 2024
The ConstructConnect Project Stress Index is a resource that tracks changes in the level of projects that are delayed, placed on hold, or abandoned.
Michael Guckes, Chief Economist
Dec 3, 2024
US Construction Starts: 2025 Type of Structure Outlook
ConstructConnect Chief Economist Michael Guckes provides a 2025 full-year outlook for US Construction Starts by building category (type of structure).
Michael Guckes, Chief Economist
Nov 21, 2024
US Construction Starts: 2025 Growth Forecast by Sector
ConstructConnect Chief Economist Michael Guckes provides a full-year outlook for total US Construction Starts in the nonresidential, residential, and...
Michael Guckes, Chief Economist
Nov 20, 2024
US Economy Powers Along, More Expansionary Fiscal Policy Likely
ConstructConnect Chief Economist Michael Guckes reports on US Real GDP growth, which is expected to move up by 2.6% in 2025.
Michael Guckes, Chief Economist
Nov 19, 2024
Project Stress Index
ConstructConnect's Project Stress Index - November 2024
ConstructConnect's Project Stress Index is a resource which tracks changes in the level of projects that are delayed, placed on hold, or abandoned.
Michael Guckes, Chief Economist
Nov 4, 2024
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