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US Construction Soars 21.1% Amid Megaproject Boom

11/30/2025

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  • Dodge Construction Network (DCN) reports that in October 2025, total U.S. construction starts rose 21.1% to an annual rate of $1.53 trillion, driven by nine major megaprojects.
  • Nonresidential construction led growth, rising 17.9%.
  • Projects included Calcasieu Pass LNG Export Terminal ($15.1 billion) and Rio Grande LNG Phase 2 ($9 billion).
  • Residential construction declined by 15.4%, particularly in multifamily units.
  • Experts warn expansion is uneven across sectors, with high-tech projects dominating.