Tag: Producer Price Index

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Construction materials prices rise 0.7% in January

National construction materials prices increased 0.7 percent percent in January, according to the latest Associated Builders and Contractors Producer Price Index (PPI) report. In the year between January 2012 and January 2013, materials rose 1.3 percent. ABC Chief Economist Anirban Basu said he expects construction materials prices to remain volatile for the remainder of 2013. The report […]

February 20, 2013

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ABC construction materials prices rise 1.4 percent in April

In what appears to be an ongoing trend, the cost of construction materials prices increased by 1.4 percent in April, according to the May 12 Department of Labor’s Producer Price Index (PPI) report. Prices are now 7.1 percent higher from the same time last year. Metal commodity prices continue to edge higher. Iron and steel […]

May 20, 2011

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PPI continues to rise

The Producer Price Index for finished goods rose 0.8 percent in April, seasonally adjusted. This advance followed increases of 0.7 percent in March and 1.6 percent in February. Prices for finished goods less foods and energy moved up 0.3 percent. To read the full report, click here.

May 12, 2011

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PPI for finished goods on the rise

The Producer Price Index for finished goods rose 0.7 percent in March, seasonally adjusted. This advance followed a 1.6-percent increase in February and a 0.8-percent gain in January. Prices for finished goods other than foods and energy moved up 0.3 percent. To see the full report, click here.

April 19, 2011

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PPI for finished goods has largest increase since June 2009

The Producer Price Index for finished goods rose 1.6 percent in February, seasonally adjusted, reports the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. This increase followed advances of 0.8 percent in January and 0.9 percent in December. It also marks the largest increase in finished goods prices since a 1.9-percent advance in June 2009. At the earlier […]

March 16, 2011

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Finished goods’ PPI rises in January

The Producer Price Index for finished goods climbed 0.8 percent in January, seasonally adjusted, reported the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. This rise followed increases of 0.9 percent in December and 0.7 percent in November. It also marks the seventh straight rise in finished goods prices. At the early stages of processing, prices received by […]

February 22, 2011

Roadbuilding

Cat shows 3 series: Compact track loader, mini excavators, and skid steer and multi-terrain loaders

Caterpillar is showcasing its new 259B3 Series compact track loader, new D Series mini excavators, and new B3 Series skid steer and multi-terrain loaders at the World of Concrete 2011 being held Jan. 18-21 in Las Vegas. The products can be seen at Booth C-6069. Cat Multi-Terrain Loader Highlights Unique rubber track undercarriage delivers low […]

January 20, 2011

Roadbuilding

No rebound until 2013, says PCA’s Sullivan

by Marcia Gruver Doyle, Editorial Director, Equipment World Don’t expect construction to significant rebounds until 2013, said Ed Sullivan, Portland Cement Association chief economist, during his annual forecast at the World of Concrete today.  “While it’s clear the economy is  gathering strength,” Sullivan said, “it’s still at a slow pace.” Several factors will continue to […]

January 20, 2011

Roadbuilding

Special product report: C-Series excavators from Case Construction Equipment

Case takes on the fuel efficiency challenge once again, and adds a nifty monitor by Marcia Gruver Doyle, Editorial Director, Equipment World When Case set about to up their game with its C Series excavators, it knew the immediate challenge would be fuel efficiency. Not only did it have to top the fuel efficiency gains […]

January 20, 2011

Roadbuilding

Win a trip to Vegas from Cat to see new vocational trucks at ConExpo-Con/Agg

Caterpillar will unveil the first model in its full line of Cat Vocational Trucks, the Cat CT660, in Las Vegas at CONEXPO-CON/AGG in March. As part of the celebration, Caterpillar is holding an online sweepstakes featuring a trip to Vegas. The grand prize winner will receive two VIP access passes to attend the invitation-only unveiling […]

January 20, 2011

Roadbuilding

Donaldson expands fuel filter product line

Filtration systems and parts manufacturer Donaldson Company has expanded its fuel filter offering to provide customers with even more options to protect engine components and to extend equipment life. The expanded line of replacement fuel filters includes a full complement of filters to fit the following: Cummin engines, Racor fuel systems, Stanadyne Fuel Manager FM100 […]

January 20, 2011

Roadbuilding

Charles Machine Works fully acquires Radius Professional HDD Tools

The Charles Machine Works, Inc. (CMW), a manufacturer of underground construction equipment, has acquired 100 percent ownership of Radius Professional HDD Tools in Weatherford, Texas. Finalized Jan. 13, 2011, the sale makes Radius HDD Tools a wholly owned subsidiary of CMW which includes the Radius brand name, its patents, and products. Radius Professional HDD Tools […]

January 20, 2011