Crosscurrents in non-residential construction Part 1: Spending, billings, backlog

Construction remains one of the most important end-use markets for aluminum, with non-residential segments alone accounting for the majority of aluminum demand by volume compared to residential building.

Recent data from the U.S. Census Bureau, the AIA/Deltek Architectural Billings Index, Associated Builders and Contractors, and Dodge Construction Network provide a complex picture of where the market may be headed.

Nicholas Bell

Nicholas brings over half a decade of experience covering metals markets, pricing trends, and supply chain dynamics. Prior to joining AMU, he reported on aluminum, high-temperature scrap, and ferro-alloy markets at Argus Media, with additional coverage of minor metals and rare earths. His work has built deep expertise in North American metals pricing and trade flows. A native of Houston, Nicholas holds a bachelor’s degree in Media Production and an MBA with a concentration in Finance, both from the University of Houston.