Tag: Rob Mineo

What FMI is watching as 2022 nears an end

October 19, 2022By Marie Emerick and Kevin Yanik

FMI Capital Advisors’ George Reddin and Rob Mineo pay P&Q a visit to discuss the major drivers impacting not only construction materials but the economy as a whole.

2021 aggregate production totals should be favorable once the U.S. Geological Survey presents them in full early in 2022. Photo: P&Q Staff

Assessing the construction materials market right now

August 15, 2022By George Reddin, Rob Mineo and Evan Coughlin

Despite a series of negative events, FMI Capital Advisors leaders say plenty of positives are in play for construction materials producers.

Says FMI Capital Advisors’ Rob Mineo: “Texas is a very attractive place for population growth, and that means a strong demand for construction materials.” Photo: TACA

Texas producers talk infrastructure at TACA meeting

June 21, 2022By Kevin Yanik

The Texas Aggregates & Concrete Association’s (TACA) Annual Meeting last week explored the expected impact of the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act on the state of Texas.

Riprap and boulders represent about 15 percent of Albert Frei & Sons’ revenue, yet only 2 percent of its volume, President Albert Frei Jr. says. Photo by Kevin Yanik

Momentum still on the industry’s side

April 25, 2022By George Reddin and Rob Mineo

Although inflation, rising interest rates and the supply chain present serious issues, plenty of runway remains for construction materials producers to grow.

Despite limitations, producers confident enough to spend

March 2, 2022By Kevin Yanik and Marie Emerick

FMI Capital Advisors’ George Reddin and Rob Mineo visit with P&Q’s Kevin Yanik to discuss the latest dynamics surrounding capital expenditures.

What’s the mood right now among construction materials producers?

March 1, 2022By Kevin Yanik and Marie Emerick

FMI Capital Advisors’ Rob Mineo and George Reddin pay P&Q another visit, breaking down the residential construction market and offering analysis of highways and streets while discussing impacts like inflation and labor.

The National Association of Home Builders expects residential construction to expand this year, despite significant headwinds. Photo: Michael Warren / IStock / Getty Images/Getty Images Plus

Market Insights: Seizing the moment

February 16, 2022By George Reddin and Rob Mineo

The 2022 outlook is very good for construction materials, but FMI Capital Advisors’ George Reddin and Rob Mineo say the challenge is on firms to decide how to take advantage of the uplifted landscape.

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Mergers and acquisitions back in a big way

November 23, 2021By P&Q Staff

FMI Capital Advisors’ George Reddin and Rob Mineo reflect on the merger and acquisition flurry that took place in the construction materials industry this year and what’s ahead in 2022.

‘Acquiring’ labor as a solution

November 17, 2021By Kevin Yanik and Marie Emerick

Labor is a significant impediment to aggregate producer growth, but mergers and acquisitions present a solution to this age-old industry problem. FMI Capital Advisors’ George Reddin explains why.