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Our Industry Insights provide deep-dive analyses into global water topics, including water infrastructure, industrial water management, digital solutions, and more. Reports are available for purchase or with a Corporate Subscription.
4 Jun | Insight Report + Data
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Investor-Owned Utilities in Water: Market Share, M&A Trends, and Company Rankings ->
The 20 leading IOUs serve a small but gradually increasing share of a large and highly fragmented market. Active in 36 states, these companies collectively serve approximately 5% of the 188 million water and wastewater connections across the country.Corporate Subscription
4 May | Insight Report + Data
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Europe Stormwater Infrastructure Market: Key Drivers, Competitive Shifts & Investment Outlook, 2026–2036 ->
The European Commission’s Water Resilience Strategy estimates an annual investment shortfall of €23 billion, meaning even the European Investment Bank’s unprecedented €15 billion Water Resilience Programme for 2025–2027 covers only a fraction of what's required.Corporate Subscription
6 May | Insight Report + Data
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U.S. & Canada Digital Water Landscape: Trends and Growth Forecasts, 2026–2036 ->
The U.S. and Canada digital water landscape is poised to double from US$14 billion in 2026 to US$29 billion by 2036, reflecting a compound annual growth rate of 7% over the next decade. Utilities are no longer debating the need to invest in digital; they are racing to catch up as operational, financial, and workforce pressures converge.Corporate Subscription
29 Apr | Insight Report
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State Profile: California Water Market ->
Unlike most U.S. states, where infrastructure investment is primarily driven by compliance or age, California's capital program is fundamentally shaped by supply insecurity. Two-thirds of the state's population depends on the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta—a single, climate-vulnerable chokepoint.Corporate Subscription
11 Mar | Insight Report
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U.S. Mobile Water Treatment: Market Trends, Business Models, and Competitive Landscape, 2026 ->
Mobile water treatment is evolving from a tactical stopgap to a strategic operating model. Previously deployed mainly for emergencies and short-term capacity gaps, mobile water is now becoming an integral part of core water management strategies across industrial and municipal sectors.Corporate Subscription
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U.S. & Canada Digital Water Landscape: Trends and Growth Forecasts, 2026–2036
The U.S. and Canada digital water landscape is poised to double from US$14 billion in 2026 to US$29 billion by 2036, reflecting a compound annual...
6 May. 2026
Insight Report + Data
Deep dive analysis on comprehensive topics to identify market opportunities. Data access available to Data Navigator seat holders and report buyers.
Top Companies in Water: Financial Signals and Market Trends, Q1 2026
Hardware and technology providers are noting the shift toward greater adoption of liquid cooling in data centers as a specialized opportunity. Veralto noted potential tailwinds...
15 Apr. 2026
Quarterly Review + Data
Analysis and insights of previous quarter water market activity, trends, and events. Data access available to Data Navigator seat holders.
Digital Water: Key Trends, Project Activity, and Market Outlook, Q1 2026
This quarter, utilities in the U.K. ramped up their leakage management strategies to meet the 17% reduction target for Asset Management Period 8. U.K. utilities...
19 Mar. 2026
Quarterly Review + Data
Analysis and insights of previous quarter water market activity, trends, and events. Data access available to Data Navigator seat holders.
Australia Digital Water Landscape: Utility Strategies, Competitive Dynamics, and Growth Forecasts, 2026–2036
Australia's digital water opportunity is built on structural necessity, not discretionary spending. Growing from US$958.6 million in 2026 to US$2.4 billion by 2036, utilities are...
5 Mar. 2026
Insight Report + Data
Deep dive analysis on comprehensive topics to identify market opportunities. Data access available to Data Navigator seat holders and report buyers.
U.S. Water Treatment Chemical Manufacturers and Distributors: Competitive Analysis & Strategies
The water treatment chemical market in the U.S. is forecasted to reach an estimated US$9.8 billion in total spend in 2026. Municipal water and wastewater...
5 Feb. 2026
Insight Report
Deep dive analysis on comprehensive topics to identify market opportunities.
Top Companies in Water: Financial Signals and Market Trends, Q4 2025
During Q3, several high-value deals exceeding US$1 billion were announced, including Ecolab’s acquisition of Ovivo’s electronics business and ADS’s acquisition of National Diversified Sales.
22 Dec. 2025
Quarterly Review + Data
Analysis and insights of previous quarter water market activity, trends, and events. Data access available to Data Navigator seat holders.
Digital Water: Key Trends, Project Activity, and Market Outlook, Q4 2025
Despite the tariff announcements and market volatility, digital water companies recorded strong performance in the third quarter. On average, the top 10 publicly traded digital...
19 Dec. 2025
Quarterly Review + Data
Analysis and insights of previous quarter water market activity, trends, and events. Data access available to Data Navigator seat holders.
Veralto Strengthens Water Monitoring Portfolio
Veralto’s existing water monitoring portfolio includes Hach, which specializes in water and wastewater monitoring, and OTT HydroMet, which focuses on surface-water monitoring. In-Situ’s product line...
19 Dec. 2025
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Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Industrial Water: Key Trends, Deals, and Policy in Water Management, Q4 2025
Bluefield Research projects US$155.7 billion in water-related expenditures from U.S. oil & gas extraction through 2030, supported by maturing fracking technologies and federal policies driving...
15 Dec. 2025
Quarterly Review + Data
Analysis and insights of previous quarter water market activity, trends, and events. Data access available to Data Navigator seat holders.
U.S. & Canada Municipal Water: Key Trends, Deals, and Policy in Water Management, Q4 2025
Bluefield forecasts that capital expenditures for municipal water reuse capacity additions will exceed US$47.1 billion by 2035. While irrigation applications currently account for roughly half...
12 Dec. 2025
Quarterly Review + Data
Analysis and insights of previous quarter water market activity, trends, and events. Data access available to Data Navigator seat holders.