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Why Electrification is Fueling M&A Opportunities in the Electrical Contracting Sector

Demand for electrical contracting services is surging as electrification, data center expansion and decarbonization reshape the sector. These trends are driving strong M&A momentum, particularly among scalable, specialized contractors and service providers.

With rising energy needs and infrastructure complexity, investors are finding compelling opportunities. Key themes driving activity include:

  • Increased power demand from AI, automation and data centers
  • Ongoing decarbonization and building electrification
  • Regional growth from onshoring and demographic shifts
  • Rising investment in grid resiliency and microgrids
  • Expanding role of private equity and platform rollups

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