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
Guckes Navigates Financial Volatility in Construction During Buildings Show
The construction industry needs a clearly defined strategy to navigate challenges, such as labor shortages, participants at the Toronto Buildings...
Dan O'Reilly
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
Construction Economy 2025 Outlook: Leading Drivers
Chief Economist Michael Guckes provides analysis and insights on the drivers of the construction economy from the ConstructConnect 2025 outlook
Michael Guckes, Chief Economist
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
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
Michael Guckes, Chief Economist
Dec 18, 2024
Winning More Work Starts Here: Expert Tips, Market Trends, and Data-Driven Construction Insights
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