2025 CIRT Sentiment Index: First Quarter
Get the pulse of the construction industry's top CEOs with our first quarter 2025 sentiment index and current trends from the Construction Industry Round Table (CIRT).
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Learn MoreGet the pulse of the construction industry's top CEOs with our first quarter 2025 sentiment index and current trends from the Construction Industry Round Table (CIRT).
Civil infrastructure contractors remain optimistic in 2025, yet uncertainty lingers as new policies take shape. Amid these uncertainties, strategic thinking remains essential for effective decision-making in volatile, uncertain, complex and ambiguous (VUCA) environments. Read the full report to discover industry insights for the first quarter of 2025.
The impact of tariffs on the construction and building products industry is both significant and ongoing. Some companies will benefit from pricing shifts, while others must rework their strategies to remain competitive. The only certainty is that tariffs and their influence on pricing will continue to shape the industry’s trajectory.
Discover sector-specific insights for engineering and construction spending and leverage our forecasts for 2025 and beyond to help you make decisions about your business.
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