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Economy Watch: Election Making Americans Nervous About Economy
More than half of respondents to a recent Bankrate survey said they think the presidential election poses the biggest threat to the U.S. economy in the next six months.
Economy Watch: Household Income Posts Record Growth in 2015
Last year marked the first annual increase in median income in almost a decade, which is especially good news for the retail and hospitality sectors.
Economy Watch: Nonresidential Construction Still Strong
There is still potential for growth for U.S. nonresidential building projects, the latest Dodge Data & Analytics report said.
Economy Watch: Construction Industry Tries to Cope With Worker Shortage
The construction boom in the U.S.—particularly in the multifamily, office and lodging sectors—is putting the squeeze on the industry to find qualified workers.
Economy Watch: Economic Activity Grows Modestly, But Wages Are Up
The Fed’s latest Beige Book reported only moderate economic growth nationally, but commercial real estate activity is up in most districts.
Economy Watch: Overseas Investment in US CRE Still Strong
Following a record 2015, foreign investment in U.S. real estate this year is on track to remain a significant slice of total investment volume.
Economy Watch: Solid Construction Spending for Offices, Hotels
Spending on U.S. construction projects was higher this July than last, largely due to growth in the private sector.
Economy Watch: Job Growth in August Not as Robust
The latest jobs report revealed an employment increase of 155,000, representing some growth but not as much as in recent months.
Economy Watch: Consumers Confidence Peaks in August
Consumer confidence was the highest its been all year in August, which bodes well for retailers as the holiday season approaches.
Economy Watch: Better Incomes Means More Spending
July marks the fourth month in a row in which consumers spent more than the previous month.