The world construction outlook
Language: English Series: Building ; 274(8568) 27 February 2009, 62-68 (7) Publication details: 2009Subject(s): Summary: Provides an overview of the state of the world in the construction market for 2008 and forecasts some of the trends for 2009. Reports that global growth is expected to be 1% in 2009. While many economies are in recession, developing economies could be more promising, particularly Brazil, China, Russia and India. Global construction spending growth decreased to 1% in 2008. Forecasts a significant recovery in 2012. Examines the construction market situation and prospects by continent or trading regional block.| Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Barcode | |
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| Journal article | London Journal article | L146816 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 146816-1001 |
Provides an overview of the state of the world in the construction market for 2008 and forecasts some of the trends for 2009. Reports that global growth is expected to be 1% in 2009. While many economies are in recession, developing economies could be more promising, particularly Brazil, China, Russia and India. Global construction spending growth decreased to 1% in 2008. Forecasts a significant recovery in 2012. Examines the construction market situation and prospects by continent or trading regional block.