U.S. construction spending turned positive in August 2026, rising 0.9% month-over-month after a slight decline in July, according to data updated on 1 October 2026. The latest reading follows a 0.1% month-over-month decrease recorded in July 2026, signaling a rebound in spending momentum.
The month-over-month comparison shows that the current 0.9% figure reflects the change in August relative to July 2026, while the previous −0.1% value captured the shift from June to July 2026. The move from a marginal contraction to a solid gain highlights a notable improvement in construction activity over the late summer period in the United States.
