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Commercial Pulse Highlights 11-26-24
Published November 26, 2024
Commercial Commercial Insights Credit & Economic Trends Economic & Market Insights
As published on the Business Information blog in our post titled Construction Industry Resilience, Experian wrote about how the economy continues to evolve and highlights some interesting trends in the housing market and for the many small businesses in the construction industry. This video offers some highlights from our study as well as a current read on macroeconomic conditions.
🔑 Additional Highlights:
- Businesses are shifting from term loans to commercial credit cards for greater flexibility.
- Delinquencies in construction remain lower than other industries, showcasing financial strength.
- High housing demand continues to fuel opportunities despite rising costs and tight credit.
Whether you're navigating financing strategies or tracking industry growth, these insights are a must-read for construction professionals and business analysts.
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- Limited-Service Restaurants are showing improved credit risk scores, suggesting stronger adaptability.
- Credit access is tightening across the board, with average credit limits falling below $6,000.
- Revolving credit utilization is climbing — an early signal of potential cash flow strain.
What does this mean for lenders and decision makers?
✅ Not all restaurant types face the same risks.
✅ Segmenting credit strategies is more important than ever.
✅ Watch utilization and inquiry trends closely — they may be early indicators of distress.
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