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Type: Article
Section: Business > Industry Trends
Concrete Technology
The Volatile Materials of Concrete Tariffs
Ducker Carlisle
7 questions with Chris Fisher of Ducker Carlisle on how concrete contractors may be affected by tariffs.
April 6, 2026
Financing, Insurance & Leasing
Construction Spending Forecast to Rise 1% in 2026 as Growth Varies by Sector
FMI Corporation
A new industry outlook forecasts U.S. construction spending will increase 1% in 2026, with infrastructure and public projects leading growth.
March 13, 2026
Labor & Workforce Development
Construction Adds 33,000 Jobs in January, Led by Nonresidential Gains
Associated Builders and Contractors Inc. (ABC)
Construction employment rose by 33,000 jobs in January, driven by growth in nonresidential specialty trades, according to new federal data analyzed by ABC.
March 7, 2026
Business Services
Industry Outlook Forecasts 1% Construction Spending Growth in 2026
FMI Corporation
The 2026 industry outlook projects modest 1% growth in construction spending, with infrastructure and data centers leading gains.
March 4, 2026
Training & Education
Avetta’s Cultural Maturity Index Maps to ANSI and ISO Standards
Avetta
Developed in partnership with the American Society of Safety Professionals, the CMI provides hiring clients actionable insights into the cultural drivers of their supply chains’ safety performance.
February 26, 2026
Financing, Insurance & Leasing
Global Construction Costs Expected to Rise 2.4% in 2026
Currie & Brown
Global construction costs are forecast to increase 2.4% in 2026, with uncertainty posing a growing challenge to project delivery, according to a new report.
February 18, 2026
Training & Education
CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2026 Offers Insights, Experience and Expertise
CONEXPO-CON/AGG
Selections from the show's 150+ education sessions, including our team’s top picks in equipment and technology.
February 12, 2026
Equipment Monitoring & Logistics
Construction Starts Strong: 2026 Driven by Technology, Infrastructure and Productivity Opportunities
Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM)
Megan Tanel, President and CEO, AEM, offers in-depth observations on the construction industry, today's emerging trends and expectations heading into 2026.
February 9, 2026
Coaching & Consulting
From Boom to Balance: Preparing for Construction’s Next Phase
RDO Equipment Co.
Dennis Howard, senior vice president of Roadbuilding and Minerals at RDO Equipment Co., shares predictions about how housing starts, infrastructure funding and data centers will affect the industry this year.
February 2, 2026
Financing, Insurance & Leasing
4 Financial Factors Construction Leaders Should Consider in 2026
Bennett Thrasher
As construction rebounds in 2026, contractors must manage rising material costs, tariff risks, ownership transitions and new tax rules.
January 20, 2026
Labor & Workforce Development
New Talent Marketplace Targets Skilled Labor Gaps in Construction
Espire Collective
Espire Collective launches a vetted talent marketplace designed to help construction firms access experienced professionals amid ongoing labor shortages.
January 19, 2026
Labor & Workforce Development
Construction’s Labor Crisis Isn’t About Hiring — It’s About Execution
BuildOps
As 41% of the construction workforce nears retirement, contractors can’t hire their way out of the labor shortage. Execution, technology and workforce amplification are becoming the industry’s critical advantage.
January 16, 2026
Construction Safety
Construction Safety in 2026: Managing Schedule Pressure and Using AI to Reduce Risk
Highwire
Construction safety leaders at Highwire say growing schedule pressure and wider adoption of AI tools will shape safety and risk management strategies in 2026 as labor shortages and fast-paced projects continue.
January 13, 2026
Concrete Technology
Why Concrete Contractors Are Positioned For The Next Upcycle
Ducker Carlisle
A market outlook for concrete contractors and the general contractors who self-perform concrete work.
January 10, 2026
Construction Technology
How Financial Strength Drives Technology and Growth in Construction
Wiss
Rising costs, labor shortages, and tight margins are pressuring construction firms. Financial resilience, forecasting and predictive analytics can enable smarter tech investments and drive growth.
January 4, 2026
Policy Matters
The 2026 State Of The Road Building Industry: Use Caution Ahead
Contractors say the work is there, but some cracks in the system are starting to show. How will funding, labor, sustainability, and other pressures shape the year ahead for the asphalt industry?
December 30, 2025
Concrete Technology
Why EV Construction Can't Wait for Concrete to Cure
Pre-Con Products
The case for precast concrete in electric vehicle recharging infrastructure construction.
December 29, 2025
Business
2026 Construction Industry Outlook: Flat Spending, Rising Costs and a Shift Toward Smarter, Longer-Lasting Infrastructure
Industry reports point to flat 2026 spending, persistent labor shortages and rising costs, even as tech adoption and targeted regional strategies drive new opportunities.
December 23, 2025
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