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FMI’s 2026 Construction Materials Outlook points to a steadying market supported by firm pricing, improving operating conditions and durable public and private demand. M&A activity remains active but disciplined, with companies focused on strategic positioning, asset quality and long-term fundamentals rather than short-term growth.
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Read our latest building products sector forecasts, including a deep dive on current trends in the window and door sector.
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Fourth quarter CIRT Sentiment Index results point to a stable near-term outlook, with designers suggesting improving industry conditions into 2026.
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