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Items Tagged with 'economic analysis'

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ABC reports lower job creation in construction in May.
Economic Outlook

Construction Hiring Remains Sluggish in May, Says ABC

Trade group reports slower job starts than same period a year earlier
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Roofing Contractor Staff
July 1, 2025
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Construction job openings rose slightly in May to 245,000 but remain down 35% from last year. Despite slow hiring, over half of contractors expect growth ahead.



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Economic Outlook

Tariffs Continue To Impact Construction Prices In Latest Report, Says ABC

Inflation remains stagnant, though experts warn full effects of tariffs have yet to arrive
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
June 13, 2025
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As tariffs rise and court battles play out, contractors are bracing for higher material costs and ways to stay ahead of the curve.


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May brought modest job gains to construction, but trade policies and rising costs are casting a long shadow
Economic Indicators

Contractors See Modest Job Growth Despite Economic Strain

May brought modest job gains to construction, but trade policies and rising costs are casting a long shadow
Bryan Gottlieb
Bryan Gottlieb
June 10, 2025
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U.S. construction added 4,000 jobs in May, marking 13 straight months of gains despite hiring slowdown, tariff hikes and inflation-driven uncertainty across the industry.


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Equity research analyst gives QXO an outperform rating and a target price of $44 per share after its first year.
Post-Deal Glow

QXO Surging From 'Outperform' Rating After Beacon Deal

Wolfe cites superior organic growth and innovations like branch automation and digital tools, but cautions that high leverage poses risks
Bryan Gottlieb
Bryan Gottlieb
June 6, 2025
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Wolfe Research issued an "Outperform" rating on QXO, highlighting strong cash flow, bold tech-driven growth plans and risks tied to leverage and market volatility in the wake of its Beacon acquisition.


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Roofing contractors are shifting focus to data centers and public projects as private-sector demand slows.
Economic Outlook

ABC: Nonresidential Construction Slips in April, Jobs Decrease by 3,000

Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics brings no smiles to the Roofing Industry
Bryan Gottlieb
Bryan Gottlieb
June 4, 2025
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Nonresidential construction dipped in April as private demand weakened. Roofing contractors face pressure from tariffs, labor shortages and rising costs, but see promise in data centers and public projects.



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Walmart warned of price increases due to tariffs, highlighting impacts on U.S. businesses and consumers.
Economic Outlook

Walmart’s Tariff Remarks Make Impact Clear, Raising Trump’s Ire

President slams retailer on his social media platform, demanding that it and China “eat the tariffs”
Bryan Gottlieb
Bryan Gottlieb
May 19, 2025
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Walmart’s tariff warning underscores how U.S. businesses — not foreign exporters — absorb costs, driving up prices and straining construction and roofing supply chains.


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Latinos in Roofing

Trump’s 100 Days from a Latino Perspective

Economic and immigration concerns at the top of the list for Latino voters after Trump’s 100 days
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
May 9, 2025
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A survey of Latino voters provides important insights into one of the largest communities in the roofing industry following President Donald Trump's 100 days in office.


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A Roofing Contractor Reader Opinion Poll
Industry Sentiment

New Poll Finds Roofers Losing Economic Confidence

A poll conducted by Roofing Contractor does not bode well for President Trump’s first 100 Days
Bryan Gottlieb
Bryan Gottlieb
May 8, 2025
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A Roofing Contractor magazine poll finds industry pros more pessimistic about the state of the economy than the general public, with 61% saying tariffs and a slowing economy are hurting business.


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Roofing contractors face mounting pressures as severe weather, rising material costs and stricter insurance requirements drive claim costs to record highs
A Perfect Storm

Insurers Further Tighten Grip Amid Surging Roof Losses

Claims hit $31 billion as weather, materials and labor squeeze contractors
Bryan Gottlieb
Bryan Gottlieb
May 7, 2025
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Roofing contractors face rising claim costs from insurers fueled by extreme weather, labor shortages and insurance crackdowns, which threaten profits, hiring and project viability. Still, there are ways to insulate your firm from the tumult.


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Westlake’s Q1 earnings highlight the challenges posed by increasing costs and a slow housing market, leading to strategic reductions. Nevertheless, its robust liquidity indicates resilience.
Earnings Report

Westlake Misses Expectations for Q1 2025

Revenue missed analyst estimates by 2.7%; EPS also lagged analyst expectations
Bryan Gottlieb
Bryan Gottlieb
May 6, 2025
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Westlake reported a sharp Q1 profit drop amid high costs and housing market slowdowns, prompting cost cuts and capex reductions despite strong cash reserves.


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