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
The janitorial services industry entered Q2 2026 with steady operating momentum, supported by recurring customer demand, modest pricing power, and improving new bookings. According to Vertical IQ, cleaning businesses posted year-over-year median revenue growth in every month
The law firm market entered 2026 with steady momentum, supported by stable client demand, rising billing rates, and continued competition for legal talent. After a strong close to 2025, many firms began Q1 focused less on whether
The pest control industry entered 2026 with steady demand, supported by recurring residential service needs, expanding seasonal pest activity, and continued interest from buyers seeking route-based service businesses. For Texas operators, warmer weather patterns and population growth
The HVAC and plumbing market entered 2026 with mixed signals. Equipment shipments started the year soft, but service demand, skilled labor constraints, and buyer interest in resilient home-service companies continued to support the long-term outlook. For Texas
The advertising and public relations industry entered 2026 with cautious optimism as clients continued shifting budgets toward digital, streaming, and performance-based marketing channels. While many agencies are still managing margin pressure, slower hiring, and rising technology expectations,
