This story was originally published on Construction Dive. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily Construction Dive newsletter. Dive Brief: Construction price inputs rose at a “staggering” 12.6% annualized rate during the first two months of 2026, according to an analysis of the latest economic data by Associated Builders and Contractors released Wednesday. Inputs to nonresidential construction grew 1.3% month over month in February on the back of higher energy prices. On a year- ...