Tag: Outlook
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2026 Construction Industry Outlook: Flat Spending, Rising Costs and a Shift Toward Smarter, Longer-Lasting Infrastructure
The construction industry is heading into 2026 with a mix of stubborn challenges and new opportunities. ForConstructionPros.com has received reports from multiple companies pointing to an industry that will confront tight labor conditions, rising material costs and uneven regional demand, even as investment grows in smarter systems, digital tools and long-term resilience. Despite ongoing economic…
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2026 Snow Retention Outlook: 5 Key Product Trends
The leadership at Rocky Mountain Snow Guards, Inc. has identified five key trends moving into 2026 for the snow retention industry. Brian Cross, Operations Manager for the Colorado-based company, identifies the trends as: Trend #1 – As solar panel installation increases on homes, the need for snow retention products below those panels will increase in 2026. “We’re seeing…
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2026 Infrastructure Outlook: Sustainability, Monitoring and Lifespan Planning Lead the Way
2026 is shaping up to be an important year for the infrastructure world as governments, cities and private developers deal with growing pressure on aging systems. Instead of focusing only on building quickly or staying under budget, more attention is shifting toward durability, long-term performance and overall resilience. The goal is no longer just to…
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QBE: Labor Gaps, Higher Costs Shape 2025 U.S. Commercial Construction Outlook
QBE North America has released its 2026 U.S. Commercial Construction Outlook, developed with Control Risks, outlining key pressures and opportunities for the industry. The report, which is based off of 2025 reports, says commercial construction faces continued labor shortages, driven by an aging workforce and immigration limits, even as overall employment remains high. Material costs…
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JLL Forecasts 2026 Construction Outlook Amid Policy Shifts and Regional Opportunities
JLL Project and Development Services (PDS) has released its 2026 U.S. Construction Perspective, highlighting how policy-driven market dynamics are creating regional opportunities and competitive advantages across the construction sector. Construction spending fell 4.7% in 2025 due to market uncertainty, with modest growth of 0.4% projected for 2026. The near-flat trajectory underscores ongoing pressures and the…
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U.S. Construction Backlog Slips in October as Contractor Outlook Weakens
Associated Builders and Contractors reported that its Construction Backlog Indicator fell to 8.4 months in October, based on a member survey. The figure is down slightly from September and the same as that in October 2024. Backlog held steady or increased across the three major industries tracked in the survey. However, contractors that do not…
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Construction Insurance Outlook 2026: How Contractors Can Manage Rising Costs, Labor Shortages and New Risks
Construction business leaders know how quickly market conditions can shift. Tariffs, labor shortages, and inflationary pressures are changing the cost of doing business, while technology and legal risks evolve just as rapidly. In this environment, a “set it and forget it” approach to renewing your insurance policy can leave gaps and create costly surprises. According…
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How Political Compliance Laws Vary by State: A 2025 Outlook
For any organization involved in political activity, advocacy, or public affairs, staying ahead of Political Compliance laws is no longer optional. Each state sets its registration rules, contribution limits, and reporting deadlines, creating a patchwork of obligations that can shift without notice. In 2025, the stakes are higher, and the consequences for noncompliance are more…
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Townhouse Gut Renovation Brings a Sunnier Outlook for a Family
Marsha and Adam knew they wanted a home in Brooklyn. What they didn’t know was that it would take them two years of searching—and a full gut renovation—to find it. The couple, along with their two daughters, had been living in a tiny 720-square-foot apartment and were ready for more space. When they finally found…
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JLL Report: Construction Outlook Wavers Amid Policy Shifts, Material Costs & Labor Constraints
Policy uncertainty, rising material costs, and labor disruptions are reshaping the U.S. construction industry’s trajectory, according to JLL’s 2025 Construction Perspective: U.S. Mid-Year Update. While activity has slowed in many markets, the report points to significant opportunities for firms that plan strategically and stay flexible in the face of volatility. “The construction industry is experiencing…