Skip to content

What’s in the Mix for US Construction in 2026 (and Beyond)?

0.6153
Chimera Difficulty Score
a synthesis of Flesch-Kincaid, Coleman-Liau, SMOG, and Dale-Chall readability metrics
By Macrina Wilkins, Director of Market Insights, and Ken Simonson, Chief Economist, Associated General Contractors of America Contractors in the United States headed into 2026 with a more cautious outlook than in recent years. While most firms remain busy and see opportunities ahead, expectations about market growth have softened across nearly all project types. The Associated General Contractors ...
Analysis: The construction industry in the U.S. is facing a mix of challenges and opportunities in early 2026. The AGC's annual survey suggests that while many sectors still have optimistic outlooks, such as data centers and power projects, there is a general softening of expectations across most project types. This shift in sentiment may be influenced by a variety of factors, including labor shortages, immigration enforcement, tariffs, and supply-chain disruptions. The survey reveals that 63% o...