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
Construction Economic News
2 Key Aspects of Housing Affordability: Mortgage Rates & Price
Chief Economist Alex Carrick breaks down the two key aspects of housing affordability: mortgage rates & price.
Alex Carrick
Jul 26, 2022
12 Mid-July Economic Nuggets
Chief Economist Alex Carrick shares his monthly mid-month nuggets
Alex Carrick
Jul 18, 2022
Nonresidential Construction Starts Trend Graphs - June 2022
Below are six graphs recording 12-month moving averages of ConstructConnect’s nonresidential construction starts.
Alex Carrick
Jul 18, 2022
June's Nonresidential Construction Starts -24% M/M, +15% Y/Y, & +27% YTD
ConstructConnect announced today that May's volume of construction starts, excluding residential work, was $63.4 billion.
Alex Carrick
Jul 18, 2022
Top 10 Project Starts in the U.S. - June 2022
The accompanying table records the top 10 project starts in the United States for June 2022.
Alex Carrick
Jul 18, 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
In June, Jobs Creation Kept Chugging Along in U.S., Was Derailed in Canada
The U.S. construction sector in June added +13,000 jobs. The monthly average gain for hard hat employment through the first half of 2022 was +21,000...
Alex Carrick
Jul 11, 2022
Winning More Work Starts Here: Expert Tips, Market Trends, and Data-Driven Construction Insights
ConstructConnect empowers construction professionals with data-driven insights, market trends, and expert analysis to help you build smarter and win more work. Our blog covers preconstruction strategies, economic forecasts, tech innovations, and industry best practices. Whether you're a contractor, subcontractor, architect, or supplier, stay informed and competitive with timely, expert content. Explore our latest articles and get the insights you need to stay ahead.