The construction industry, long regarded as one of the most physically demanding and hazardous sectors, is now contending with a critical and often overlooked challenge: mental health. Notably, more than 5,000 male construction workers die from suicide annually, a figure that is five times higher
January 24, 2025The Hui Kapili Accelerator program stands as a groundbreaking initiative aimed at revitalizing Hawaii's construction industry. Launched in 2024, this program represents a collaborative effort between American Savings Bank and Hawaii Home + Remodeling magazine. A significant milestone in the
January 22, 2025As 2024 draws to a close, the construction industry finds itself amidst a landscape of both stability and looming uncertainty. The stability in construction input prices at the end of this year has been a welcome respite for contractors and industry insiders. In December, there was a slight decline
January 16, 2025The 2025 Construction Industry Outlook by the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) and Sage provides an extensive and nuanced analysis of the construction sector's upcoming year. According to their 2025 Construction Hiring and Business Outlook Survey, involving more than 1,100 AGC
January 15, 2025Amid an evolving economic landscape, the United States saw overall construction spending remain steady in November, holding at $2.15 trillion, seasonally adjusted. This figure matched October's total but marked a 3% increase from the same period last year, reflecting both resilience and
January 10, 2025In an era fraught with economic uncertainties and regulatory upheaval, the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) has been particularly proactive in its lobbying efforts to mitigate the potential impacts of various federal policies on the construction industry. These efforts have included
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