Wholesale inflation accelerated in May as rising energy prices pushed producer costs to their highest annual increase in more than…
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Construction of Buildings Employment Reaches 1.869 Million Workers in May 2026
Employment in the U.S. building construction industry edged higher in May, reflecting continued demand for residential and nonresidential development despite…
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U.S. Producer Prices Record Strongest Annual Gain Since 2022 Amid Energy-Led Cost Surge
Wholesale inflation remained elevated in May as higher energy costs pushed producer prices to their fastest annual pace in more…
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U.S. Economy Contracts 0.5% in First Quarter While Corporate Profits Decline
The U.S. economy moved into negative territory during the opening quarter of 2026, as stronger imports and softer government spending…
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Total U.S. Construction Employment Reaches 8.337 Million Workers in May
The U.S. construction sector continued to expand its workforce in May, with total seasonally adjusted employment rising to 8.337 million…
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U.S. Job Market Holds Steady in March as Hiring Activity Picks Up
The U.S. labor market showed signs of stability in March, with hiring activity strengthening even as overall job openings remained…
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U.S. Home Construction Activity Mixed in March as Permits and Starts Decline
New government data released Wednesday showed the U.S. housing construction market delivered uneven results in March, with declines in building…
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U.S. Construction Activity Climbs in March as Private Sector Leads Growth
Construction activity across the United States continued to edge higher in March, supported largely by gains in private-sector building projects,…
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New York Moves to Tackle Housing Costs with Public Insurance Initiative
New York City is taking an unusual step to confront one of the fastest-growing pressures on its housing market: the…
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Building Momentum Stalls: U.S. Construction Spending Slips in January but Holds Above Year-Ago Levels
America’s construction sector started 2026 on uncertain footing, with total spending edging lower in January even as the industry managed…
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