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Gulf Coast LNG Boom Brings Billion-Dollar Construction Surge
Two Gulf Coast megaprojects have already broken ground in 2025, signaling a surge in demand for liquid natural gas (LNG) construction.
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Detroit City Council Approves $50M Redevelopment for WNBA Facility
A 75,000-square-foot headquarters and practice facility for a future WNBA team is anticipated to open in Detroit by early 2029.
Marshall Benveniste
Nov 26, 2025
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Winter 2025 US Construction Forecast: Starts Remain Mixed Across Sectors
In our Winter 2025 Construction Starts Forecast, ConstructConnect has slightly upgraded our 2025 outlook for total US Construction Starts.
Michael Guckes, Chief Economist
Nov 25, 2025
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What’s Next for Construction? Economic Insights for 2026
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Johnny Bradigan
Nov 24, 2025