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Get the latest data-driven snapshot of the construction economy in this December 2025 Construction Economy Brief with ConstructConnect Chief Economist Michael Guckes. This month delivers one of the strongest spending performances ever recorded, with major gains across non-residential, civil, and key subcategories shaping the year’s outlook.

📊 Key Highlights from the December 2025 Brief
$81B in non-residential starts for October — the third-highest month ever recorded.
2025 now contains the top three months in history, all above $80B.
Non-residential buildings: $44.5B, also the third-highest on record.
Civil construction: $37.2B, marking another top-three performance.
Power infrastructure: $18.7B in starts — nearly half of all civil spending.
Offices & data centers: Over $10.5B, representing half of commercial starts.
Manufacturing: Nearly $10.5B, sitting about 25% above its 12-month average.

📈 Year-to-Date Construction Trends
Non-residential starts are up 11.5% YTD, but the market remains mixed.
10 categories contracting and 13 expanding through October.
When adjusting for inflation, expanding vs. contracting sectors are nearly even — highlighting how variable the year has been.

This ongoing volatility underscores how important it is for firms to pair the right geographies, subcategories, and strategic planning to achieve steady revenue growth.

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