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Materials Costs Hit Nearly 10% Annual Growth

Construction input prices climbed 9.6% year over year in May, driven by rising energy costs and continued increases in steel, copper and other tariff-sensitive materials.
Tanja Kern
Tanja Kern
June 11, 2026
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Construction material prices rose nearly 10% from a year ago as higher energy, steel and copper costs added pressure on contractors and project budgets.


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The U.S. Court of International Trade ruled that President Donald Trump’s “Liberation Day” tariffs exceeded constitutional and statutory limits.

ABC Calls for Change: PLA Reversal Ahead

The association backs pro-growth policies, seeks project labor agreement repeal and workforce visa reform amid labor shortages, cost pressures and federal contracting changes.
W&C Staff
February 25, 2026
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The association backs pro-growth policies, seeks project labor agreement repeal and workforce visa reform amid labor shortages, cost pressures and federal contracting changes.


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Publisher's Post with Jill Bloom

Finding Purpose in Uncertain Times

In times of uncertainty, the construction industry, such as the people who power it, can transform fear into purpose, innovation, and strength.
Jill Bloom is the Group Publisher of Building Enclosure, Roofing Contractor, and Walls & Ceilings.
Jill Bloom
December 29, 2025
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In times of uncertainty, the construction industry, such as the people who power it, can transform fear into purpose, innovation, and strength.
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Construction Material Costs Climb for Fifth Straight Month, Up 3.5 percent Year Over Year, ABC Reports

U.S. construction input prices rose modestly in September—marking five consecutive months of increases—while year-over-year costs remain significantly higher amid uncertainty over the impact of new material tariffs.
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John Wyatt
November 25, 2025
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U.S. construction input prices rose modestly in September—marking five consecutive months of increases—while year-over-year costs remain significantly higher amid uncertainty over the impact of new material tariffs.


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Resurfacing the Market: Interior Decorative Plaster Industry Performance in 2025

Decorative plaster finishes are rapidly gaining popularity for their aesthetic appeal, installation efficiency, and performance benefits across commercial and high-end residential projects.
Rob Knight business development manager at Variance Specialty Finishes/Parex
Rob Knight
August 14, 2025
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Decorative plaster finishes are rapidly gaining popularity for their aesthetic appeal, installation efficiency, and performance benefits across commercial and high-end residential projects.


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How Contractors Can Navigate Growth Amid Tariffs and Economic Uncertainty

As inflation, interest rates and global tariffs squeeze the construction industry, contractors must focus on strategic sourcing, cautious expansion, and operational efficiency to remain competitive.
Ben Johnston
July 11, 2025
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As inflation, interest rates and global tariffs squeeze the construction industry, contractors must focus on strategic sourcing, cautious expansion, and operational efficiency to remain competitive.
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Up Front: A Walls & Ceilings Editorial Column by Mark Fowler
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Tariffs and U.S. Construction

How tariffs impact trade with Canada, labor shortages, and the bigger economic picture.
Mark Fowler
Mark Fowler
June 23, 2025
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Tariffs are not new to the U.S. construction industry, but recent increases could create ripple effects across the economy. Here's how tariffs impact trade with Canada, labor shortages, and the bigger economic picture.
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