Dodge Network: Total Construction Starts Slip in January

"It was not a great month for construction starts," says chief economist, but "one month does not a trend make."

Prices Rise for Some Construction Materials, Drop for Others

Concrete and gypsum prices continue to increase, while lumber and steel costs decline compared to 2022.

Dodge Momentum Index Declines for First Time in 10 Months

Despite the decline, the Dodge Momentum Index "remains elevated, and the volume of projects remains steady,” forecaster says.

Construction Spending Slips in December as Job Numbers Rise

A 19% jump in construction job openings results in the highest December openings' total in the 23-year history of the data.

CNH Industrial Maintains Record Sales Pace in Rough Economy

Modest improvements in inflation and the supply chain at the end of 2022 are expected to continue into 2023, the company says.