Business
2018 Regional Construction Outlook
Starting in 2012, the construction sector generally has turned in stronger growth than the overall economy. However, that growth has not been evenly distributed within the industry.
By Bernard M. Markstein
November 30, 2017
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by Bernard M. Markstein
Bernard M. Markstein is an economic consultant who provides analysis and forecasts of the national economy and construction activity as well as tracking developments in building materials prices. Previously, Dr. Markstein was U.S. chief economist for Reed Construction Data and senior economist and vice president, economic forecasting and analysis, for the National Association of Home Builders. Dr. Markstein has also held positions as chief economist for Meridian Bancorp, Inc., Reading, Pa., manager of the Financial Forecasting Service for Chase Econometrics (now IHS Global Insight), and as assistant professor at Temple University’s Department of Finance in the School of Business.
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