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Economy Watch: Total Construction Spending Down, Spending on Apartments, Offices Up
While overall construction spending was down in May, it was still an improvement from May 2015, especially in certain sectors.
Economy Watch: CRE Prices, Other Metrics Gain Ground
U.S. commercial real estate prices had strong gains in May, but transaction volume still remains lower than last year.
Economy Watch: Consumers Up Their Spending in May
People were out spending more in May, suggesting a rebound in economic growth momentum following a weak first quarter of 2016.
Economy Watch: Final Estimate Released for U.S. GDP For Q1
The first quarter of 2016 was decidedly weak for the U.S. economy, with GDP growth hitting just over 1 percent.
Economy Watch: Consumers Less Optimistic, But Still Likely to Spend
The University of Michigan Survey of Consumers chief economist posited that rising concerns about the U.S. economy contributed to the drop in consumer optimism this June.
Economy Watch: Will Brexit Affect U.S. CRE?
NAIOP Distinguished Fellows weigh in on the potential impacts Brexit could have on the U.S. commercial real estate industry.
Economy Watch: AIA Index Surges Upward
The recent surge in design activity for commercial and multifamily projects could mean a new round of construction growth in the months ahead.
Economy Watch: Wage Growth Edges Upward
The Atlanta Fed’s Wage Growth Tracker reached a level not seen since early 2009, signaling some good news for the economy.
Economy Watch: Most State Employment Rates Stagnant
Unemployment rates in most states didn’t move year-over-year in May, further signaling a slow recovery for the U.S. economy.
Economy Watch: Inflation Sees Uptick, Rents Surge
The latest BLS report shows a slow rise in consumer prices, particularly in the energy sector, which has seen much volatility this year.