Construction planning jumped 7% to close 2025 strong

On top of the monthly gain in December, the Dodge Momentum Index finished the year 37% higher compared to 2024.

Construction planning booms, up 51% in 12 months

The Dodge Momentum Index points to “stronger construction activity in late 2026 or early 2027,” said Sarah Martin, associate director of forecasting at Dodge Construction Network.

Dodge Momentum Index Rises 21% in July

Commercial and industrial construction planning each saw increases since June. 

Data centers, but little else, prop up construction planning

The Dodge Momentum Index rose 0.9% in April as tariffs and policy uncertainty kept many owners and developers on the sidelines.

Top 2 largest projects to enter planning involve data center construction

The Dodge Momentum Index, focused on nonresidential construction planning, is up 43% from June 2019 levels, signaling strong spending for next year.