The 2ndQ/’24 CIRT Sentiment Index Report’s overall index score rose to 67.0 from 64.9 in the first quarter, while the subset, Design Index portion, retreated somewhat falling to 71.1 from 74.3 – which may signal a potential slowing in the coming latter part of 2024.

CIRT members reported mixed sentiment across index components, with most anticipating rising labor and material costs in the coming months. This quarter, members were also asked about current issues questions regarding their firms’ adoption of a company-wide health and wellness culture as well as their top priorities for managing talent in 2024.

For details see, CIRT Sentiment Index Report (2Q/’24).