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Construction Input Prices Inch Up in August, but Lower Than 1 Year Ago
Relief may be in sight for contractors, with construction prices down almost a full percentage point over the past year and a promising chance for a rate-drop from the Fed in September.
By ABC
September 13, 2024
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Associated Builders and Contractors is a national construction industry trade association representing more than 21,000 members. Founded on the merit shop philosophy, ABC and its 69 chapters help members develop people, win work and deliver that work safely, ethically and profitably for the betterment of the communities in which ABC and its members work.
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