Articles Tagged with ''construction climate''

Strong demand in data centers and infrastructure contrasts with weak office and multifamily markets as financing pressures persist.

U.S. asphalt shingle shipments dropped double digits in Q1 2026, with all major roofing categories declining year over year as construction demand softens and costs climb sharply.

Flat construction spending in 2026 points to uneven commercial roofing demand, with infrastructure and data centers offsetting declines as contractor backlog remains steady.

The industry added 26,000 jobs in March, but diesel topping $5.40 a gallon and rising Treasury yields are raising alarms for contractors heading into the busy season

A new analysis finds the U.S. housing shortage has eased since 2022, signaling steadier new construction and more roofing demand from remodeling and replacement work.

Tariff rollback could steady roofing bids, but distributors must clear higher-cost inventory and officials may pursue new duties under other trade laws.

A new TAMKO survey finds 23% of homeowners plan to re-roof in 2026, signaling continued residential roofing demand amid broader renovation activity.