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Architecture Billings Index: 2022
The latest data from the AIA. Leading economic indicators by region and sector.
Architecture Billings Index: Historical Data
ABI data 2008-2019. "Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it."
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Here are the Details of Acuity Brands' Latest Price Increase
Freight minimums increase, but one important product category will be minimally impacted
Design Billings Slow but Remain Strong
Western and Northeastern U.S. starting to see consistent increases
4 Not-so-Bold Predictions About LightFair
Next week’s show will impact the trajectory of LightFair, and we believe it will be positive
Hubbell Lighting Announces Price Increase
Indoor, outdoor, controls and poles. Effective July 11.
Backlog Rises, Confidence Falters
Backlog is up in every segment over the past year, including in the somewhat shaky commercial category.
Surprise! Construction Momentum Increased in May
Planning begins for $250+ million projects in Texas, Michigan and Pennsylvania
Signify Eyes Supply Chain to be More “Continentally-Based”
CEO Eric Rondolat discusses supply chain and cost pressures with CNBC
Cooper Lighting Announces Price Increase
June 27 increase to affect "limited set" of lighting and controls products
Commercial and Institutional Planning Activity Increases
$200+ million projects start in Virginia, Indiana and Arizona
5 Things to Know: Week Ending April 30
"Alarms" and "Panic" are seemingly happening in supply chain circles
Takeaways from Signify’s Solid Start to 2022
CEO: “We were extremely strong in the U.S. with Cooper.”
LSI's Winning Streak Continues: Here are the Takeaways
Lighting Segment rises again, while the CEO tells Wall Street that the next two quarters look strong, too.
Total Construction Starts Decline in March
$400+ million projects break ground in Nevada, Arizona and Lousiana
Construction Backlog Up, Contractor Confidence Down
Demand for construction services "remains strong despite sky-high materials prices, skills shortages and elevated bids"
Pulse of Lighting: The Latest Report
"If your lighting business is not up at least 6% you're trending backwards."
Total Construction Starts See Increase
Huge U.S. semiconductor manufacturing projects get rolling in Arizona and New Mexico.
Commercial Building Planning Ticks Up
Big $300+ million projects start in California and Virginia
Commercial Lighting Rebate Trends for 2022
For the first time since they began, utility rebates for LED solutions were flat year over year
Industry Demand Remains Strong
"Record quotations and orders, now if we could only ship the stuff."
Russia, Ukraine & the U.S. Construction Economy
Economist shares quick thoughts on building materials, copper and energy prices
Design Billings Continue Growth into 2022
Activity in the South way up. Northeast not-so-much.
It’s Official: Reggiani USA Ceases Operations
After mostly vanishing since January, company issues formal statement to North American market
2022 Begins with Uptick in Project Starts
$500M+ projects start in New York, New Jersey and Alabama – including an Uncrustables factory
Orion's Third Quarter Sales Dip 31%
Year to date sales still +26% versus the same period in 2021
2022 Begins with Weaker Construction Momentum
$300+ million projects start in New York, Texas, Arizona and Oklahoma
Nonresidential Construction Spending Projected to Increase through 2023
Industrial and healthcare sectors expected to be particularly strong
The Vibrancy of Lighting M&A
It’s a seller's market. Are you ready to talk about your plans?
5 Big Questions: The 2022 Construction Economy
Valuable info about market influences, vertical markets and variances in different U.S. regions
Chip Shortages: Help is on the Way?
Current situation is “alarming.” Is U.S. chip production going to ease the future burden?
C&I Building Activity Ticks Upward
$500+ million projects started in Georgia, California and Nevada.
2021: The Rollercoaster Year That Changed Construction Forever
Supply chain, worker shortage, inflation & infrastructure shift the industry
Acuity Reports Strong Quarter: Here are the Takeaways
Company is optimistic about 2022 and is confident it can effectively navigate the supply chain challenges
Supply Chain: “Mini-Peak” Ahead
2021 was a record year, and now we brace for Chinese New Year
Acuity Brands to Announce Price Increase on January 4
Price increase amounts are not specified and will vary by product
Small Architecture Firm Revenue Dipped to $410K During Pandemic
Firms experienced 20% revenue dip in 2020, but principal salaries remained flat
"Discombobulated" Market Presents both Peril and Opportunity
Report reveals industry sentiments on current & future markets
Construction Input Prices Rise 21% in One Year
"Contractors should expect elevated prices well into 2022"
Conflicting Reports Issued on Port Congestion Progress
Government cites improvement while analyst calls it "political theater"
Large Projects Continue to Enter Planning Stages
$400M+ Projects Initiated in South Carolina, New Mexico and California
Distribution Roundup: Graybar, WESCO & Rexel
"If you’re not up by close to 20%, you’re losing share"
Infrastructure Bill to Stimulate Construction
Electrical distribution will benefit in power and supply segments.
Manufacturer Confidence Dips to Lowest Level Since May 2020
Demand is still strong, but supply chain concerns are prolonged
Demand for Design Services Continues to Increase
South and Midwest Regions are particularly strong
Total Construction Starts Rebound in September
$500+ million projects break ground in Pennsylvania, California & Texas