The cost of inputs is the biggest challenge in construction, says CBIC

Civil construction is expected to complete its third consecutive year of growth in 2026, but it still faces relevant challenges to maintain the pace of expansion, said Ieda Vasconcelos, chief economist at CBIC, during a sector event this Thursday (21).

According to her, the high interest rate is currently one of the main obstacles to construction, as it makes credit more expensive and postpones investment decisions.

"We are growing, but the sector is harmed by high interest rates. It is the biggest challenge and postpones several investments. Investment predictability is needed for things to happen", he stated.

Despite the scenario, Ieda highlighted the importance of civil construction in the job market. According to the economist, the sector was responsible for 20% of the total new formal jobs created in the country and employs more than 3 million people.

She also pointed out that costs have remained high since the pandemic, when global production chains were disrupted. According to Ieda, although there was a subsequent stabilization, prices rose again with the increase in input costs amid the war.

CBIC's chief economist also cited possible impacts of reducing the 6×1 scale. According to her, the change could increase the sector's costs by around 10%, in addition to requiring new hires to maintain the current level of activity.

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Source: CNN