Construction labor shortage deepens amid immigration crackdowns
From Los Angeles to Washington, D.C., crews are thinning as immigrant workers stay home to avoid ICE enforcement, worsening America’s construction labor shortage.
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How to start a carpenter apprenticeship
Want to earn while you learn in the trades? This look at carpenter apprenticeships reveals how trainees move from basics to blueprints, and why demand…
Reshoring manufacturing in the US: What’s driving the change?
From GE to TSMC, companies are betting big on American manufacturing again. Find out what’s behind the reshoring wave and what it means for the…
How recycling is changing construction waste management
With landfill fees rising and green standards tightening, recycling has become essential for sustainable construction. Learn how materials like concrete, drywall, and wood are being…
2026 economic outlook: What’s shaping construction’s next wave of growth
Inflation may cool, but pressure won’t. Explore the 2026 economic trends that will separate resilient builders from those left behind.
Why the modular construction market is finally going mainstream
With billions pouring into prefab housing and off-site projects, modular is changing the way the U.S. builds. But can it keep up with demand?
Microsoft invests in Fortera to scale low-carbon cement production
With Microsoft’s support, Fortera will grow from a pilot plant to a 400,000-ton facility producing low-carbon cement that could reshape how the industry cuts CO₂…
U.S. data center spending hits record $40B in 2025
Hyperscalers like Microsoft, Amazon, and Alphabet are driving a 30% rise in data center construction, marking the industry’s fastest growth yet.
How the government shutdown affected construction projects
From halted jobs to unclear reimbursement rules, the government shutdown brought a on a wave of financial risk. Learn what contractors should do to minimize…
Foreign investment in U.S. real estate jumps 44% to $56B in 2025
A new NAR report shows foreign investors are spending billions more on U.S. homes. But will this wave of cash buyers reshape the housing market…
Construction workforce shortage to reach 1 million by 2026
Contractors expect to need almost 1M new workers by 2026. With higher wages and expanded apprenticeships, the industry is racing to fill critical roles.
Construction turnover hit a new high as industry struggles with retention
New data shows construction turnover remains among the highest in the U.S., raising fresh concerns about retention in an already short-staffed industry.
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