Summary
In October 2025, the U.S. saw nine large construction projects, each worth over $1 billion, begin. These projects are boosting the overall construction industry even as other types of construction work face challenges.
Key Facts
- Nine megaprojects began in October 2025, each valued at over $1 billion.
- These projects include data centers, liquefied natural gas terminals, and manufacturing facilities.
- U.S. construction starts rose by 21.1% in October 2025.
- Nonresidential construction saw a 17.9% increase, with office and data center projects rising significantly.
- Commercial groundbreakings increased by 13.6% in the first ten months of 2025.
- Infrastructure and utility project volumes grew by 59.4% in October.
- Residential construction fell by 15.4% in October 2025.
- Key projects include the Calcasieu Pass LNG Export Terminal and Meta Hyperion Data Centre.
