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Construction costs rise sharply in U.S., Skanska reports
Building industry cost escalation is expected to outpace overall inflation due to tariffs, rising diesel prices and higher interest rates, according to a 2026 report by Skanska.
Proposed tariffs could target鈥痶he construction industry from many angles
Construction companies watching material prices should brace for uncertainty, according to experts, as president-elect Donald Trump vows tariffs on the country鈥檚 primary suppliers.鈥�
Trump’s latest tariff plan aims at multiple countries. What does it mean for the US?
President-elect Donald Trump has identified what he sees as an all-purpose fix for what ails America: Slap huge new tariffs on foreign goods entering the United States.
Trade war placing pressure on contractors
Higher tariffs on construction-related materials could drive up costs for consumers, industry observers say.
Construction industry absorbs another blow
Steel and aluminum prices are fluctuating due to federal tariffs, which now apply to Canada, Mexico and the European Union.
Construction commerce complications
Steel-related industry professionals weigh in on how new federal tariffs are affecting their businesses.
News
- Multnomah County commits up to $101.6M for Moda Center
- Portland code changes to take effect in November
- Los Colibris project approved for Portland’s OMSI District
- Pacific Northwest projects totaling $9.9 million in top bidders | Aug. 7, 2026
- Oregon opens infrastructure grant program
- Ex-TV host claps back at Detroit officials in blight case
- 31-unit multifamily project in Portland land use review intakes | Aug. 3, 2026
- $2.4 million office renovation in Portland building permits | Aug. 3, 2026
- Transportation commission weighs ODOT budget cuts
- Lam Research planning $1.7 billion investment in Tualatin
- Pacific Northwest projects totaling $10.6 million in top bidders | July 31, 2026
- Many Oregon counties struggling to maintain their fairgrounds
Commentary
- Beware of when the debt collector comes calling | Opinion
- Assembly of a future workforce begins with an invitation | Opinion
- Beware of overlooking legal requirements for remote workers | Opinion
- Become a critical thinker and transform a workplace | Opinion
- Managing construction risks with international suppliers | Opinion
- A rally with many engines: the lesson of 2026’s first half | Opinion
- Oregon housing challenges persist despite sound and fury | Opinion
- When does an employee’s bullying become harassment? | Opinion
- Ditch disorganization 鈥� the cost of deferred decisions | Opinion
- Consider 10 common risks for healthcare construction projects | Opinion
- Clarifying the reach of a law regarding prevailing wage | Opinion
- Adjust to legal changes now to ensure compliance later | Opinion
