Market Updates

As we near the end of the first quarter of 2019, economists are releasing their predictions for agricultural income throughout the remainder of the year. What to Expect in 2019 According to the American Farm Bureau Federation, "USDA's first pr...

The 2019 economic outlook for the construction industry is positive, according to Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) Chief Economist, Anirban Basu. The ABC outlines Basu's forecast for the year, stating, "Job growth, high backlog and healt...

For the second year in a row, CropLife Magazine surveyed its list of top ag retailers to inspect the agriculture retail business as it stands halfway through the fiscal year. In comparison to the survey responses from 2017, CropLife was excited t...

In response to Donald Trump’s tariffs on steel and aluminum imports, China has imposed a new soybean tariff that is hitting home with the agriculture industry. As your partner, we want to keep you informed in this constantly evolving industry c...

  Experts expect subtle growth of construction spending and starts throughout 2018. The American Institute of Architects’ (AIA) Consensus Forecast Panel has predicted that construction starts and spending in 2018 will remain healthy wit...

  President Trump’s recently imposed 25% tariff on steel and aluminum imports is expected to impact profits for many manufacturers across the country. While the steel and aluminum industries have shown improved performance over recen...