Dodge Momentum moves down again
Slowing growth in data center planning and nonresidential projects caused the Dodge Momentum Index (DMI) to pull back in October.
Tag: nonresidential
US construction spending moves up in September
Construction spending in the US picked up in September and maintained a notable year-over-year (y/y) rise.
Architecture Billings Index remains dismal in September
Architecture firms continued to experience soft business conditions through September, according to the latest Architecture Billings Index (ABI) release by the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and Deltek.
Construction sector added 25,000 jobs in September
The construction sector added 25,000 jobs in September, driven by labor shortages and improved wages, according to data released by the US Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Dodge Momentum drops on moderating data center growth
Slowing growth in data center planning caused the Dodge Momentum Index (DMI) to pull back in September. The decline followed five months of growth after the index hit a two-year low in March.
US construction spending drops again in August
Construction spending in the US declined for a third month in August but showed an increase year over year (y/y). The US Census Bureau estimated construction spending to be $2.131 trillion in August on a seasonally adjusted annual rate (SAAR). While this was 0.1% below July’s revised spending rate, it was 4.1% higher than spending […]
Dismal ABI suggests weakness in non-res construction will persist
The August Architecture Billings Index (ABI) continued to indicate weak business conditions amongst architecture firms through August, according to the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and Deltek.
Dodge Momentum Index hits 21-month high in August
Commercial planning momentum continues to drive the Dodge Momentum Index (DMI) higher, pushing August up to a 21-month high.
US construction spending slips in July
Construction spending in the US in July was slightly lower than June. Despite the decline, it increased notably year on year (y/y).
Dodge Momentum Index hits a 19-month high in July
The latest figures show a 17% surge over year-ago levels and the best mark since December 2022.
Architecture Billings Index rises from 4-year low in June
The Architecture Billings Index (ABI) ticked up in June following May’s four-year low, according to the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and Deltek. While the index improved this month, it continues to indicate weak business conditions among architecture firms.
Dodge Momentum Index hits a 12-month high in June
Commercial planning, specifically data center demand, drove the Dodge Momentum Index (DMI) higher in June. The DMI registered 198.6 last month, 10.4% above May’s revised reading of 179.9, Dodge Construction Network (DCN) reported on Tuesday. This is also a 7% boost over year-ago levels. The DMI tracks the value of nonresidential construction projects entering the […]
Architecture Billings Index tumbles in May
The Index continues to indicate weak business conditions amongst architecture firms.
Nucor to add rebar fabrication to new North Carolina mill
Nucor plans to add a new rebar fabrication facility adjacent to its new micro-mill in North Carolina.
Dodge Momentum Index keeps rising in May
Interest rate stability and growing owner and developer confidence helped push the Dodge Momentum Index (DMI) higher in May.
Architecture Billings Index remains soft in April
The Architecture Billings Index (ABI) from the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and Deltek indicated architecture firm billings remained soft through April
Stelco reports solid Q1, plans to up value-added output
Stelco reported a positive start to 2024 in its first-quarter earnings report on Thursday. And with steady demand and a stable market, the Canadian flat-rolled steelmaker is optimistic for the remainder of the year.
Dodge Momentum Index rebounds on surge of data center planning
A surge in data center project planning pushed the Dodge Momentum Index (DMI), a leading indicator for the nonresidential construction sector, higher in April.