Infrastructure sector expected to drive Brazilian construction industry growth

February 17, 2012

Nearly 12,265 infrastructure projects currently underway in Brazil are expected to prove key drivers of growth of the Brazilian construction industry to 2016.

In terms of sectors commercial, infrastructure and residential construction sectors are expected to lead the growth chart with high growth rates. In terms of sectors infrastructure, residential and institutional construction sectors are expected to lead the growth chart with high growth rates. With strong growth anticipated in the office, retail and leisure and hospitality building categories, commercial construction is expected to grow at a CAGR of 10.52% to 2016.

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Construction deal market remains subdued owing to Eurozone crisis

February 3, 2012

The construction deal market witnessed a drastic fall to 114 deals in December, from the 182 deals registered in November.

Deal value also decreased significantly with almost all deals struck having a lower value. Only one deal, United Rentals' proposed acquisition of RSC Holdings, proved to be of high value. The deal is valued at $4.2 billion. This deal indicates a slight improvement in deal activities in the US and provides hope for a stronger deal market in the coming months.

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