NPCA Blog: Economy
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Backlogs Rise, Costs Climb: A Mixed Midyear Outlook for Construction
The clearest read on construction at midyear comes from the companies getting hired to do the work, and their outlooks […]
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A Construction Downturn Without a Recession
A Break from Historical Patterns and Current Outlook Total U.S. construction put in place has declined seven times since 1964, […]
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What’s Holding Up the Next Big Infrastructure Bill?
Why the Transportation Bill is slowing down As Congress moves toward reauthorizing surface transportation programs, several key issues remain unresolved, […]
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2026 Construction Outlook for the Precast Concrete Industry
After two years of volatility, the construction market is entering 2026 with a steadier headline — but a far more […]