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A new report focused on the U.S. construction landscape highlights a mixed bag of trends for the industry, ranging from the good to the ugly. For example, inflation and interest rates have been a thorn in the side of contractors and project owners for the past two years. However, the latest consumer price index indicated cooling inflation, sparking optimism among forecasters for at least one interest rate cut before the end of the year. But until the Fed slashes rates, certain construction segments will struggle, especially those not boosted by infrastructure or manufacturing spending, according to Marcum’s most recent quarterly Commercial Construction Index released last month. Innovative financing and cost management strategies can help contractors manage headwinds, said Joe Natarelli, construction services leader at Marcum. Joseph Natarelli Marcum LLP   Blog – Construction and Building Permits – Canada – May 2024 - https://lnkd.in/gvRkvwjp

Midyear construction check: Cooling inflation boosts most sectors

Midyear construction check: Cooling inflation boosts most sectors

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