Investment in utility and communications infrastructure remains strong in 2025, driven by increasing energy demand from AI and data centers, continued federal funding, and the modernization of power, water and broadband networks. However, policy shifts, supply chain vulnerabilities and labor shortages could introduce challenges for industry stakeholders.
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This year’s construction materials outlook highlights a resilient industry with strong merger and acquisition activity, driven by strategic growth opportunities and favorable market conditions. The sector remains well-positioned for continued momentum, supported by infrastructure investment, pricing strength and attractive demand tailwinds.
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Looking ahead, operating dynamics should support a strong mergers and acquisitions market for construction materials companies. Factors like guaranteed federal funding, pricing power, cost mitigation strategies and stable end markets all point to continued solid performance.
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With overall U.S. construction spending expected to decline over the next two years, understanding underlying markets and how tomorrow’s dollars will be allocated is critical for industry stakeholders. Whether you’re a building products manufacturer, supplier, private equity firm or a middle-market specialty chemicals company, our data provides important insights for developing the…
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Even though the industry was hit with economic headwinds last year, CM firms remained resilient with the headline "demand is strong" resonating throughout the sector. Looking ahead, the threat of a recession still looms. However, there are reasons to be optimistic such as IIJA funding coming online and strong CM demand in other end markets.
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In this year’s industry study on mergers and acquisitions (M&A) in engineering and construction, FMI Capital Advisors share key trends shaping the M&A landscape. Of all survey participants, 55% of respondents indicated that acquisitions were a part of their current strategy.
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