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Economic uncertainty continues to shape the construction industry — and while growth remains steady for now, the risk of stagflation is a real concern. Here’s what construction and surety professionals need to know: 📉 Slowing growth + sticky inflation could squeeze private work 🏗️ Infrastructure funding may help steady the market 💼 Surety exposure rises when defaults increase Even if stagflation doesn’t materialize, planning for it builds resilience. 👉 Get the full insights from Dodge Chief Economist Eric Gaus: https://lnkd.in/eymHBJ9k Originally published as “The Specter of Stagflation” on the National Association of Surety Bond Producers (NASBP) by Dodge Chief Economist Eric Gaus: https://lnkd.in/e5kE4DWy #ConstructionEconomy #Surety #ConstructionIndustry #EconomicOutlook #DodgeConstructionNetwork

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Commercial and multifamily construction starts increased across the nation’s largest metropolitan areas in early 2025, signaling renewed strength in urban development. The New York metro area led all markets with $17.3 billion in starts (+41%), while Dallas, Washington, D.C., and Miami followed closely behind. See how the top 10 U.S. metros stack up, and which sectors are driving growth. 👉 Click here to view the full infographic: https://lnkd.in/gDhn4ajt #ConstructionIndustry #CommercialConstruction #MultifamilyConstruction #DodgeConstructionNetwork #MarketTrends

The Dodge Momentum Index (DMI) climbed 3% in September, marking another strong month for nonresidential planning. “Planning momentum remained steadfast for data centers, healthcare, and public buildings throughout September and will correlate to stronger construction spending in early 2027,” said Sarah Martin, Associate Director of Forecasting at Dodge Construction Network. For more insights, watch below or click here to read the full report: https://lnkd.in/gZR2_6Pa Key Highlights: 📈 Commercial planning rose 4.7%, driven by continued strength in data centers and retail, offsetting slower activity in warehouses, offices, and hotels 🏥 Institutional planning ticked up 0.9%, supported by healthcare and public projects, even as education and recreation cooled 💡 Year-to-date, DMI is up 33% from the 2024 average, with broad gains across sectors 🏗️ 58 projects valued at $100M+ entered planning, led by major data center campuses and hospital projects across the U.S. #ConstructionIndustry #DodgeMomentumIndex #CommercialPlanning #InstitutionalPlanning #NonresidentialBuilding #ConstructionForecast #DataCenters #EconomicTrends #HealthcareConstruction #PublicBuildingDevelopment

When Washington shuts down, construction feels it. From stalled infrastructure projects and delayed permits to supply chain slowdowns and financial strain on contractors, the ripple effects can quickly reach the building materials industry. For businesses already navigating softened demand in 2025, preparation and adaptability are key. In our latest blog, we break down: - How long a shutdown typically needs to last before construction feels the squeeze - The impact on federally funded projects and permits - Ripple effects across state and local jobs - Supply chain risks and contractor cash flow challenges While history shows the industry rebounds once operations resume, short-term disruptions can strain businesses already managing softened demand in 2025. 👉 Read our full analysis by our Chief Economist, Eric Gaus, and Industry Analyst, Lilli Tillman Smith, on what the shutdown means for the building materials industry—and the key risks to monitor: https://lnkd.in/gTCReVMR

🛠️ Beyond the toolbox: why soft skills matter in construction. Donna Laquidara-Carr, Industry Insights Research Director at Dodge, joined the Peggy Smedley Show to share results from a new study on collaboration and communication in the field. The conversation explores: 🤝 The daily interactions contractors have with other companies 📊 What strong team dynamics look like on real projects 💬 Which skills matter most—communication or technical expertise Listen to the full discussion: https://lnkd.in/gT-HPJTh Explore the full report: https://lnkd.in/gS2HaHkY #ConstructionIndustry #SoftSkills #Collaboration #WorkforceDevelopment

It’s not just about having an ERP system—it’s about using it to its full potential. GCs with more ERP experience report stronger results, better data optimization, and higher satisfaction overall. The Value of ERP for General Contractors: ✅ 88% of users are satisfied with their ERP 📊 90% integrate job costing 📈 ERP users optimize data 2x more effectively 🚀 43% of non-users plan to adopt soon Download our latest SmartMarket report in partnership with CMIC now to learn more: https://lnkd.in/gNcT84aw

Total construction starts rose 1.7% in August, fueled by gains in nonbuilding and multifamily sectors, but weakness in commercial and single-family activity continues to drag. “August growth was concentrated in a few key sectors, while single-family and commercial projects experienced broad declines,” said Sarah Martin, Associate Director of Forecasting at Dodge Construction Network. “Large-scale megaprojects continue to support overall activity, but with mounting signs of economic softness, the pace of growth is beginning to moderate.” For more insights, watch below or click here to read the full report: https://lnkd.in/g6y3wt_R Key Highlights: 📈 Total construction starts up 1.7% in August 🚧 Nonbuilding starts jumped 9.3%, utilities surged nearly 40% 🏘️ Residential starts rose 2.4%, multifamily up 15.5%, single-family down 5.4% 🏢 Nonresidential building fell 5.4%, commercial down 12%, institutional up 3.7% #ConstructionStarts #ConstructionIndustry #NonbuildingStarts #MultifamilyHousing #ResidentialStarts #CommercialStarts #InstitutionalStarts #Megaprojects #EconomicTrends #DodgeConstructionNetwork