-
Sector Analysis
Project Insight: Global Port Construction Projects (Q2 2026)
This report provides a detailed analysis of port construction projects globally, based on projects tracked by GlobalData. GlobalData is currently tracking port construction projects globally, from the early pre-planning stages (of announcement and study) through to execution, with a combined value of $513.4 billion. The largest overall pipeline is in South-East Asia, totaling $122 billion, of which $54.3 billion is already in the execution stage. The pipeline of projects in South Asia accounts for the second largest pipeline with a...
-
Sector Analysis
Taiwan Construction Market Size, Trend Analysis by Sector, Competitive Landscape and Forecast to 2030 (H1 2026)
GlobalData expects the construction industry in Taiwan to expand by 3.6% in real terms in 2026, before registering an annual average growth rate of 3.9% from 2027 to 2030, supported by investments in transport infrastructure, renewable energy, and semiconductor manufacturing plants, amid growing demand for artificial intelligence (AI). TaiwanSemiconductor Manufacturing Co (TSMC), which is the world’s largest chip manufacturer, recorded a revenue of over TWD1.1 trillion ($38.4 billion) in the first quarter of 2026, marking a year-on-year (YoY) growth of...
-
Sector Analysis
Qatar Construction Market Size, Trend Analysis by Sector, Competitive Landscape and Forecast to 2030 (Q2 2026)
Following a real terms growth of 8.8% in 2025, Qatar’s construction industry is expected to contract marginally by 0.4% in 2026. This decline is attributed to escalating regional conflict after US and Israeli attacks on Iran, which led to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, disrupted supply chains, and increased construction material prices. A decline in building permits and weakened investor confidence amid growing security concerns are also impacting the sector. Supply chain disruptions are affecting the availability and...
-
Sector Analysis
Project Insight: Global Healthcare Construction Projects (Q2 2026)
This report provides a detailed analysis of healthcare construction projects globally, based on projects tracked by GlobalData. GlobalData is currently tracking healthcare construction projects, from the early pre-planning stages (announcement and study) to execution, with a combined value of $732.3 billion globally. By Region, North American accounts for the highest share (40.2%) of the pipeline, with a project pipeline of $294.3 billion, followed by Western Europe at $171.1 billion and North-East Asia at $60.4 billion. The healthcare project pipeline is...
-
Sector Analysis
The Philippines Construction Market Size, Trend Analysis by Sector, Competitive Landscape and Forecast to 2030 (Q2 2026)
The construction industry in the Philippines is expected to decline by 2.4% in real terms in 2026, owing to higher construction material costs and fuel prices, coupled with delays in significant projects and a decline in foreign direct investment (FDI). According to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), the total value of the Philippine banking system’s outstanding loans for construction fell by 6.3% year on year (YoY) in the first two months of 2026, following annual growth of 4.8% in...
-
Sector Analysis
Mexico Construction Market Size, Trend Analysis by Sector, Competitive Landscape and Forecast to 2030 (Q2 2026)
Mexico’s construction industry is expected to register growth of 1.5% in real terms in 2026, supported by an increase in private investments in hospitality and industrial projects, coupled with the government’s initiatives to upgrade all modes of transport infrastructure. Mexico Infrastructure Partners (MIP Real Assets), a Mexico-based energy and infrastructure investment management firm, revealed in May 2026 that it is seeking to invest more than MXN224.5 billion ($12 billion) over the next five years in one of the country’s largest...
-
Sector Analysis
Myanmar Construction Market Size, Trend Analysis by Sector, Competitive Landscape and Forecast to 2030 (H1 2026)
Myanmar's construction industry is projected to decline marginally by 0.6% in real terms in 2026, owing to ongoing political instability in the country, amid rising geopolitical trade tensions and internal political instability. According to the Directorate of Investment and Company Administration (DICA), Myanmar secured MMK835.8 billion ($398 million) in foreign direct investment (FDI) in the first 10 months of the financial year (FY) 2025-26 (from April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2026) which marks a sharp decline from MMK656.2 million...
-
Sector Analysis
South Korea Construction Market Size, Trend Analysis by Sector, Competitive Landscape and Forecast to 2030 (Q2 2026)
After declining by 9.5% in 2025, the industry is expected to recover slightly and register annual growth of 0.2% in real terms, supported by the government’s increased investment in renewable energy projects and its initiative to ease the construction permit process, coupled with government allocations under the latest 2026 Budget. According to preliminary data released by the Korean Statistical Information Service (KOSIS), the total value of civil engineering orders grew sharply by 49.7% year on year (YoY) in the first...
-
Analyst Opinions
Climate-Resilient Infrastructure: Market Trends and Innovations
Climate-resilient infrastructure is becoming increasingly important as flooding, extreme heat, wildfire, storms, corrosion, drought, and ground instability affect asset life, safety, uptime, maintenance requirements, and operational continuity. It includes physical assets, networks, and systems designed or upgraded to withstand, adapt to, and recover from climate-related disruption while maintaining essential services. The market is evolving from conventional infrastructure protection toward integrated physical and operational resilience. Organizations are combining flood barriers, waterproofing, fire-resistant materials, corrosion protection, reinforced structures, and resilient foundations with...
-
Sector Analysis
Egypt Construction Market Size, Trend Analysis by Sector, Competitive Landscape and Forecast to 2030 (Q2 2026)
The Egyptian construction industry is expected to grow by 2.1% in real terms in 2026, supported by increased tourism activity, rising foreign direct investment (FDI) in the country, and private investments in the industrial sector. According to the Egyptian government, the country’s tourism sector contribution in country’s GDP is expected to rise from approximately 3.7% in fiscal year (FY) 2024-25 (from July 2024 to June 2025) to 8.4% in FY2034-35, driven by a noticeable rise in tourism revenues. Egypt is...
Sign up to receive regular alerts for our latest analysis and reports. No matter your industry focus, you can keep your finger on the pulse with our timely updates.