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Tender prices to rise 15% by 2031, says BCIS

Tender prices and construction costs are predicted to rise by 15 per cent and 14 per cent respectively over the next five years, according to the latest Building Cost Information Service (BCIS) forecast. Its previous five-year forecast in January envisaged a 15 per cent increase… The post Tender prices to rise 15% by 2031...

PJ Carey turnover falls but profits soar

Turnover at specialist concrete and groundworks contractor PJ Carey fell 30.3 per cent in the year to the end of September 2025, but the company’s pre-tax profit rose 85.8 per cent to £12.85m. The drop in revenue from £317m to £221m in the period reflected… The post PJ Carey turnover falls but profits soar appeared

Middle East war: Oil crisis from US-Iran war could boost China’s EV makers as fuel prices surge, says report

Middle East war: Beijing's shift to renewable energy and electric vehicles has reduced its oil consumption by at least 10%. The ongoing Middle East conflict may further benefit China's EV industry, as higher oil prices drive global expansion, particularly in Asia...