In the latest episode of Connecting the Dots, Stifel Think Tank Group guest host David Novak welcomes Ken Simonson, Chief Economist of the Associated General Contractors of America. Together they take a deep dive into the building industry, exploring recent trends in residential and nonresidential construction and discussing the outlook for the industry, including long-term opportunities and challenges.

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