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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 (through our Report Store) or with a Corporate Subscription.
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Water Mergers & Acquisitions: Trends and Deal Flow, Q2 2025
The water sector entered a more cautious M&A environment in 2025, with only 71 deals recorded in the first half of the year—down from 202 in H1 2024. This contraction reflects a broader hesitancy among strategic buyers, driven by equity market turbulence, sluggish economic growth, and increased regulatory uncertainty.
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Industrial Water: Forecasting Market Opportunities for Growth
In this client presentation, Bluefield water experts present analysis across select industrial verticals and three key trends shaping the industrial water space—rising data demand, energy...
24 May. 2023
Analyst Presentation
Industry presentations given by our team of water experts at water conferences and other speaking engagements.
Industry presentations given by our team of water experts at water conferences and other speaking engagements.Nestlé, Corporate Requirements Amplify Water Risk in Parched Arizona
On 21 March 2023, Arizona’s Senate passed Senate Bill 1660 to allow industrial facilities to treat wastewater onsite and receive long-term storage credit for recharging...
9 May. 2023
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.Water Management and Utility Impact across the Colorado River Basin
Considered the ‘Lifeline of the West,’ the Colorado River Basin provides drinking water and hydropower to more than 40 million people across seven U.S. states,...
8 May. 2023
Insight ReportDeep dive analysis on comprehensive topics to identify market opportunities.
Deep dive analysis on comprehensive topics to identify market opportunities.U.S. Private Water: Key Trends, M&A Activity, and Market Outlook, Q2 2023
Investor-owned utility M&A trends continue into 2023 as stakeholders prep for looming policy changes. With the EPA's recent proposed regulations for six per- and polyfluoroalkyl...
2 May. 2023
Quarterly ReviewAnalysis and insights of previous quarter water market activity, trends, and events.
Analysis and insights of previous quarter water market activity, trends, and events.How Utilities Organize for Digital Innovation
While data-driven technologies remain a critical part of the smart water movement across drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater utilities, the successful uptake of innovative tools...
2 May. 2023
White PaperResearch-based reports offering thought-leadership on top issues in water.
Research-based reports offering thought-leadership on top issues in water.GIS & Digital Water: Transforming the Global Water Industry
Water utility investments in GIS software are projected to see nearly 8 percent growth annually over the next decade, as utilities around the world harness...
1 May. 2023
White PaperResearch-based reports offering thought-leadership on top issues in water.
Research-based reports offering thought-leadership on top issues in water.Water for Power: Market Trends and Forecasts, 2023–2030
Water and electricity generation (power) are intrinsically linked due to water’s role in thermoelectric power plants. For water solutions providers, the electric power industry vertical...
27 Apr. 2023
Insight Report + DataDeep dive analysis on comprehensive topics to identify market opportunities. Data access available to Data Navigator seat holders and report buyers.
Deep dive analysis on comprehensive topics to identify market opportunities. Data access available to Data Navigator seat holders and report buyers.Veolia Tunes Portfolio, Selling Water Positions
On 18 April 2023, it was reported that Veolia is preparing to sell its French water pipe installation business, Sade, for an estimated asking price...
22 Apr. 2023
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.Amazon Expands Sidewalk, Water Products
Amazon’s water business took another potentially significant step this past month by opening its Sidewalk platform to third-party developers. Amazon is also rolling out software...
19 Apr. 2023
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.Water for Semiconductors: Market Trends and Forecasts, 2023–2030
In the wake of global supply chain bottlenecks, semiconductor manufacturers are accelerating production to meet chip quotas. The US$573 billion semiconductor industry is expected to...
18 Apr. 2023
Insight Report + DataDeep dive analysis on comprehensive topics to identify market opportunities. Data access available to Data Navigator seat holders and report buyers.
Deep dive analysis on comprehensive topics to identify market opportunities. Data access available to Data Navigator seat holders and report buyers.