All Data articles – Page 14
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FeaturesMarket forecast: Consistently uncertain
Construction data – both hard and soft – remains consistently inconsistent. Overall construction activity is slowing, but this doesn’t tell the full story
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NewsCommercial sector contracts as overall growth slows for construction industry
Latest Markit/CIPS survey sees firm’s cite political uncertainty and delays in decision-making by clients as causes
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FeaturesTracker: June 2017
The total activity index was unchanged in June, signifying continued expansion, although both the R M index and civil engineering sector contracted. Experian Economics reports
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NewsSoaring material prices hit SME margins
One in 10 small builders report losses on contracts due to rising material costs
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CommentLevelling off
It is safe to say that activity is levelling off, although the value of residential contract activity is encouraging
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NewsBarbour ABI's July market review is out now
Barbour ABI’s Economic Construction Market Review for July is now available to download
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FeaturesLead times: April-June 2017
Lead times have stayed level, with most packages at the highest level since records began, and little further change is expected over the next six months
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NewsResi stats: July 2017
The latest figures for registrations, completions and approvals in the residential sector
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FeaturesFacades: Do all-glass buildings make financial sense?
All-glass commercial buildings are a common sight in large cities in particular and make a dramatic architectural statement. But do the numbers add up?
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FeaturesInfrastructure update: Smart vehicles
Connected and autonomous vehicles are expected to lead the next urban transport revolution - transforming urban mobility and the way roads are managed
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FeaturesTracker: May 2017
Total activity growth remains steady but R M continues to slide, while materials costs have risen notably and there has been a positive level of activity in nearly all regions. Experian Economics reports
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FeaturesBuilding intelligence: Q1 2017
As uncertainty continues to stalk the economy, modest private housing sector growth is expected, with public housing having grown strongly
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CommentAn Easter blip?
The latest ONS figures suggest construction activity is slowing, or are they just a blip?
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NewsBarbour ABI's June market review is out now
Barbour ABI’s Economic Construction Market Review for June is now available to download
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FeaturesSustainability: Sustainable retail
Sustainable retail buildings present a major opportunity to provide improved quality and a better experience for employees, shoppers and communities
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FeaturesCost update Q1 2017
Building, electrical and mechanical costs are rising at varying rates along with materials costs as sterling continues to fluctuate but wages have fallen slightly year-on-year
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FeaturesCost model: Residential timber
A familiar building material now has many innovative and scientifically developed forms, of which cross-laminated timber is perhaps the most compelling
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FeaturesTracker: April 2017
Labour shortages and cost increases loom large as several sector indices start to look a little limp
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CommentHouse prices cool for summer
House price growth is slowing which could have an impact on the speed of housing construction
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CommentCPA/Barbour ABI Index: Yes, there’s growth, but clouds are gathering
Construction output and contract awards are up year-on-year, but there are key issues facing the sector