Construction Industries Dominate Fastest Growing Small Businesses

Half of the 10 fastest growing industries in small business are related to construction

Jun 18, 2015

According to new data from financial information company Sageworks, five of the 10 fastest growing industries in small business are related to construction. Construction contractors in site prep, foundations, utility lines, remodeling and mechanical equipment installation have grown sales faster than the 8.5 percent average for all small businesses.

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