CCCI Q1 results: the calm before the transport-cost storm?

CCCI Q1 results: the calm before the transport-cost storm?

April 12, 2026 · 25 min · Season 7 · Episode 16

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Nick Goodall and Kelvin Davidson discuss the Q1 2026 Cordell Construction Cost Index and the potential impact of rising transport costs on the construction industry.

Send us a question/idea/opinion direct via text message! This week, Nick Goodall and Kelvin Davidson break down the Q1 2026 Cordell Construction Cost Index (CCCI). While cost growth remains relatively controlled at 1% for the quarter, building costs are now 30% higher than they were in March 2020. We discuss why this controlled growth might be short-lived as global supply chain disruptions and transport cost hikes begin to flow through the industry. We also analyse the latest RBNZ mortg...

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