The report below gives a good overview of the Spring 2025 M&A activity in the Metal Fabrication Industry Sector. The global metal fabrication industry is experiencing robust growth, primarily driven by the growing construction sector and diverse requirements from agricultural machinery manufacturing, the renewable energy sector, urbanization, the marine and shipbuilding sectors, and the demand for metal furniture and fixtures. The market is projected to grow to $21.7 billion in 2025 and reach $27.1 billion by 2029, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.2%. The United States is one of the major hubs for metal fabrication, with an extensive network of companies in this field, approximately 34,461 metal fabrication companies spread across the nation. One of the major trends in the metal fabrication market is automation, which improves the metal fabrication processes with precision and scalability, making it more efficient. The focus on innovation and adaptability for energy efficiency and eco-friendly practices is strengthening the metal fabrication in the manufacturing sector. However, the metal fabrication market might face increased costs due to the higher raw material prices and supply chain disruptions from US tariffs. Despite these cost headwinds, companies are gearing up to construct technologies for automation and sustainability that will create long-term competitiveness for various industries.
Posted by Jim Zipursky.