The Construction Record Podcast™ – Episode 357: ConstructConnect chief economist Michael Guckes

On this episode of The Construction Record Podcast™, digital media editor Warren Frey speaks with ConstructConnect chief economist Michael Guckes as he details his plans for his new role. Michael and Warren discussed what's in store for the economy as summer turns to fall including the possibility of a rate cut from the Federal Reserve as well as the shifting political landscape as the United States heads to a presidential election in November. Michael also went into detail on his career and how it's meshed with both construction and economics since the beginning and gave a preview of how he'll present his economic insights in new ways going forward. Note: This episode was recorded before U.S. president Joe Biden announced he would stand down from re-election. You can listen to our recent podcast with  Yellowknife Consulting Services president Terry Dussault about emerging trends and safety risks on worksites here and our episodes are available at the Daily Commercial News and Journal of Commerce websites, on Libsyn and at  Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Amazon Music's podcast section. Thanks for listening. DCN-JOC News Services