Esmael Adibi

We already know the number of permits drawn by builders has decreased and is going to continue to decline because read more

We already know the number of permits drawn by builders has decreased and is going to continue to decline because of the cool-down in the housing market. We won't need as many construction workers.

I wouldn't be surprised, once the benchmark number comes in, that we're going to be much closer to 2 percent read more

I wouldn't be surprised, once the benchmark number comes in, that we're going to be much closer to 2 percent than the current growth of 1.3 percent.

If it stays at this level for about six months or so, you will see the prices of other products read more

If it stays at this level for about six months or so, you will see the prices of other products and services increase.

I don't think a lot will change right away.

I don't think a lot will change right away.

Real estate is a big concern, and we're going to have to watch it carefully.

Real estate is a big concern, and we're going to have to watch it carefully.