Industrial supply distributors moved through Q2 2026 with a more favorable demand environment than the prior year, supported by continued expansion in U.S. manufacturing. The ISM Manufacturing PMI registered 54.0 in May, its strongest reading since May
The construction industry entered Q2 2026 with mixed momentum. Overall construction spending remained high, but growth is increasingly concentrated in select categories such as data centers, power infrastructure, public projects, and certain residential segments. The U.S. Census
The Q2 2026 outlook for the drilling oil and gas wells industry reflects a market that is gaining regulatory support while still facing labor, legal, and commodity-related uncertainty. According to Vertical IQ, sales for U.S. oil and
Dental practices continue to show steady growth, supported by resilient patient demand, improving practice financing options, and continued buyer interest from DSOs, private equity-backed groups, and independent dentists. According to Vertical IQ, sales for the U.S. dental
The fabrication market moved through Q2 2026 with improving shipment activity, but continued uncertainty around tariffs, raw material pricing, and customer demand. Metal service center activity showed signs of recovery in April, with MSCI reporting year-over-year shipment
The law firm market entered Q2 2026 with stronger labor momentum than many expected. According to Vertical IQ, U.S. legal employment reached a record 1.24 million jobs in May, even as AI adoption continues to reshape how
The commercial equipment rental and leasing industry entered Q2 2026 with improving construction activity and a stronger growth outlook. According to Vertical IQ, sales for the US commercial equipment rental and leasing industry are forecast to grow
The electrical contracting industry entered Q2 2026 with steady demand, but a more cautious growth outlook than prior quarters. According to Vertical IQ, sales for the U.S. electrical contractors industry are forecast to grow at a 3.04%
Rising costs are changing how homeowners and commercial clients approach landscape design, but demand remains steady for practical, durable outdoor spaces. According to Vertical IQ, sales for the US landscaping services industry are forecast to grow at
The investment banking and securities brokerage industry continues to navigate a changing capital markets environment in Q2 2026. While overall industry growth is expected to moderate over the next several years, deal activity has become more constructive
