2026 Construction & Real Estate Industry Outlook & Contractor Success Guide

The construction and real estate industry enters 2026 in a period of rebalancing. Elevated interest rates, labor shortages, and ongoing supply chain pressures continue to challenge contractors, while infrastructure spending, technology-driven construction, and renovation activity create new opportunities for growth. Contractors that focus on the right markets and execute with financial and operational discipline will be best positioned to succeed.

This 2026 Construction & Real Estate Industry Outlook & Contractor Success Guide examines the key trends shaping the U.S. construction market, including:

• Economic conditions and interest rates impacting construction demand
• Infrastructure, utility, and public-sector investment driving stable backlogs
• Technology-driven construction, including data centers and power infrastructure
• Workforce, supply chain, and cost pressures affecting contractor profitability
• Renovation, repurposing, and adaptive reuse as growth opportunities