FREE to AEM Members: Global Insight's Global & U.S. Construction Outlook Webcast
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| As market shocks collide and negative pressures build, a perfect storm has formed above the global construction industry. Fueled by a worldwide residential housing bust, record high energy and material costs, badly stressed banking systems, and falling consumer confidence, the intensity of the storm continues to grow. When will it end and are there any bright spots on the short-term horizon? Global Insight, with 40 years of expertise in economic and financial analysis, forecasting and market intelligence, presented their 5th Annual Construction Outlook webcast on October 1. But it's not too late! If you missed it, check out the replay anytime. |
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AEM Economic Indicators Report for September 2008 Now Online
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| The pace of economic growth continues to slow, but consumer confidence improved moderately. The twelve Federal Reserve Districts reported slower growth in economic activity in the latest edition of the Federal Reserve Beige Book, published in September. Most Districts described business conditions as "weak," "soft," or "subdued." Although the economy is still growing, the pace of growth has slowed over the past 12 months. |
| (9/12/2008) |
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September's Econ 101 Report: Tax Extenders: We Need to End the Hostage
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| We have a hostage situation in Washington. For months, different bills have been floated in Congress to extend expired or expiring tax provisions that are essential to the business community. Yet none of these bills have made significant progress. |
| (9/4/2008) |
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