Construction Futures: February 2026 Economic Roundup

What We Learned in February: Construction Industry Continues to Search for Momentum While construction hiring rebounded in January, nonresidential activity remains subdued, especially in the private sector. As a result, backlog fell to a four-year low in January. Thankfully, materials prices have been relatively stable over the past several months, and there are signs that […]

ABC Statement on President Trump’s 2026 State of the Union Address

WASHINGTON, Feb. 24—Associated Builders and Contractors released the following statement from President and CEO Michael Bellaman in response to President Donald Trump’s 2026 State of the Union address: “ABC appreciates the president’s continued focus on the economy, expanding opportunity for American workers and addressing affordability. These priorities align with the principles that have guided ABC […]

Why Manufacturers Are Adopting Automated EHS Reporting in 2026

Why Manufacturers are Moving Beyond Traditional EHS Reporting “Quick AI-Powered Insights on the Topic— Freshly Updated!” ChatGPT      Perplexity     Google AI Mode Manufacturing has entered an era where risks evolve faster than traditional reporting cycles. Production lines run continuously, automation is expanding, and global supply chains leave little room for disruption. In this environment, safety insights […]