Building Costs

A “hurting” construction sector – Fletcher Buildings Results

Talking Points

  • Industry thoughts on Fletchers.
  • Are Fletchers too big?
  • 20% decrease that’s in line with building consents.
  • Everyone’s down in the industry.
  • Advice to the building minister: they aren’t talking to the right people.

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