Linesight's Construction Market Insights report for the Americas provides a comprehensive overview of the construction industry across the United States of America and Canada.
The report features a macroeconomic overview, industry trends, commodity price movements, a supply chain outlook, sector-specific insights, and a particular focus on how power constraints are influencing project delivery.
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The US and Canada are targeting net-zero by 2050. The US now prioritizes domestic energy production, while Canada focuses on decarbonizing fossil-heavy provinces. Meanwhile, North American utilities are ramping up capital plans to modernize the grid and meet rising demand. This report explores how power is influencing every stage of project delivery, from planning and procurement to execution, across the continent's most critical and energy-dependent sectors.
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Macroeconomic overview
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Construction industry overview
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Commodities
Macroeconomic overview
Construction industry overview
Commodities
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Macroeconomic overview
Economic growth in both the US and Canada is expected to slow in 2025. In the US, new tariffs and trade uncertainty are dampening investment - a trend likely to continue into 2026. Canada faces similar challenges, with its outlook downgraded due to the impact of US tariffs and geopolitical tensions. A recovery is anticipated by mid-2026, depending on the outcome of trade renegotiations.
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Construction industry overview
The North American construction industry is gaining momentum from AI investment and advanced manufacturing in the US and infrastructure commitments in Canada. However, headwinds like tariffs and power supply constraints could slow its pace.
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Commodities
Construction commodities play a crucial role in the global economy, and their prices are subject to fluctuations due to various factors which are outlined in our report. Over 2024, the industry saw market corrections in commodities, although recent tariff announcements could present global supply chain challenges in the near-term.
Sectors in focus
An overview of the sectors shaping the Americas construction landscape through innovation, investment, and evolving demand.
As the North American Data Center sector undergoes rapid transformation, hyperscalers and developers are reevaluating their strategies to meet the rising demands for power, cooling, and specialized hardware driven by next-generation AI workloads.
The North American Life Sciences sector is evolving rapidly, but faces challenges from labor shortages and trade uncertainties. The growing trend toward flexible design, digital innovation and resilient supply chains will help sustain growth.
Geopolitical tensions are creating short-term uncertainty in the North American High-tech Industrial sector. Despite these challenges, continued investment by industry leaders points to a positive long-term outlook.
The Commercial sector is poised for potential recovery, driven by demand for premium spaces and ESG initiatives, despite challenges from labor shortages and rising construction costs.
