Constructiondive iconConstructiondiveAug 3, 2026

Construction’s warning lights are blinking. Most firms aren’t looking at the dashboard.

Climbing interest rates and high inflation have resulted in slowing demand despite the data center boom, writes a construction accountant.

Construction’s warning lights are blinking. Most firms aren’t looking at the dashboard.

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Climbing interest rates and high inflation have resulted in slowing demand despite the data center boom, writes a construction accountant.

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