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Mergers & Acquisitions

QXO Completes $2.25B Acquisition of Kodiak Building Partners

Deal expands QXO into nearly every major building products category and is expected to boost earnings in 2026.
Tanja Kern
Tanja Kern
April 1, 2026
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QXO closes its $2.25B Kodiak acquisition, betting on housing’s trough and unlocking cross-selling, lumber market entry and supplier overlap advantages.


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All Things Gypsum
GA Corner

Flooded Drywall: Inspection and Replacement Best Practices

Guidance on assessing water-damaged drywall, when to replace panels, and safe repair practices.
Brooke Fishel is director of Stewardship and External Affairs at the Gypsum Association
Brooke Fishel
March 31, 2026
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Guidance on assessing water-damaged drywall, when to replace panels, and safe repair practices.


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EIMA 2026 Annual Meeting

EIMA Meeting Highlights Housing Policy Shifts, Growing Advocacy Push

For policymakers and contractors alike, the message is straightforward: there has never been a better time to consider what EIFS can do.
Tanja Kern
Tanja Kern
March 31, 2026
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From regulatory reform to Capitol Hill meetings, EIMA members left Washington with a clear message: more opportunity ahead but only for those actively shaping policy.
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Incoming USG CEO Macey Signals Continuity, Innovation

New CEO Chris Macey outlines strategy, labor risks and innovation focus for wall, ceiling pros.
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John Wyatt
March 31, 2026
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New CEO Chris Macey outlines strategy, labor risks and innovation focus for wall, ceiling pros.


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Technology News

Contractor AI Adoption Surges in 2026, Report Finds

Survey of 1,000+ construction leaders shows firms moving past experimentation as AI takes hold in cost estimation, bid management and project planning.
W&C Staff
March 30, 2026
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A new industry report shows AI use rising among contractors, with firms leveraging technology to manage costs, improve margins and streamline operations.


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EIMA 2026 Annual Meeting

EIMA Charts Path Forward at Inaugural Washington Meeting

Momentum is building for EIFS, yet EIMA's CEO says reclaiming the industry's 2006 peak will require a bigger lift.
Tanja Kern
Tanja Kern
March 30, 2026
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The EIFS industry is growing—but hasn't reclaimed its 2006 peak. EIMA's CEO says closing the gap will take sustained investment and a perception shift.


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Drywall Contractor Lawsuit in Minnesota Highlights Jobsite Risk

Minnesota joins case alleging retaliation, no policies on harassment reporting at drywall firm.
W&C Staff
March 30, 2026
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Minnesota joins case alleging retaliation, no policies on harassment reporting at drywall firm.


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DAP to Showcase New Product Innovations and Live Demos at JLC LIVE 2026

Booth U309 will feature innovations across caulks and sealants, adhesives, foam and insulation, and patch and repair products, with live demonstrations led by Steve Padgett.
March 29, 2026
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Booth U309 will feature innovations across caulks and sealants, adhesives, foam and insulation, and patch and repair products, with live demonstrations led by Steve Padgett.


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Skills Ontario Supports Critical Skilled Trades Investment in the 2026 Ontario Budget

Skills Ontario backs the Ontario Government’s 2026 budget, citing expanded apprenticeship seats, college funding and workforce initiatives as critical to sustaining the skilled trades pipeline amid ongoing labor and cost pressures.
March 27, 2026
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Skills Ontario backs the Ontario Government’s 2026 budget, citing expanded apprenticeship seats, college funding and workforce initiatives as critical to sustaining the skilled trades pipeline amid ongoing labor and cost pressures.


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Women in Construction

New Report Finds Women in Construction Continue to Face Bias, Workplace Barriers

Survey highlights safety, advancement gaps
W&C Staff
March 26, 2026
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A new report finds that persistent bias, safety concerns, and limited advancement opportunities continue to hinder women in construction despite growing industry demand for workers.


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