As the U.S. economy enters a new political era, the commercial construction sector is at a crossroads. Much of the recent growth-particularly in manufacturing, logistics, and clean energy-was seeded by federal investment during the Bid...

Over the past 4 years, home affordability in the U.S. has rapidly deteriorated. A combination of home price growth, increases in mortgage rates, and income gains that have failed to keep pace has made it significantly harder for Americ...

"I deserve a little treat" has been popularized in memes and across social media over the last few years. It seems treat culture is now embraced by many as a relatively inexpensive way to find joy and satisfaction in everyday life - an...

Roadways are a vital component of infrastructure in the United States. The vast majority of goods are transported by truck, highlighting the economy's need for reliable roadways to connect supply chains and move goods and services effi...

Medicaid is the single largest payer for mental health services in the United States, playing a critical role in ensuring access to care for millions of adults with mental illness and substance use disorders. An estimated 58.7 million ...

Rising healthcare costs have put increasing pressure on small businesses across the United States. For firms with fewer than 50 employees, offering health insurance has become significantly more expensive over the past decade, forcing ...

As spring unfolds across the United States and Earth Day approaches, interest in locally grown food is picking up once again. Farmers markets and other direct-to-consumer food outlets are not only hallmarks of the season but also serve...

After facing its sharpest decline on record in 2020, U.S. travel spending rebounded sharply as pent-up demand drove consumers back to planes, cars, and hotels. According to the Bureau of Economic Analysis, consumer spending on domestic...