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The residential construction market reached USD 2.5 billion revenue in 2022 and will register over 3% CAGR during the forecast period. Increased urbanization and population growth have spurred demand for new housing developments, especially in major cities and their outskirts. Government incentives and policies supporting the real estate sector, along with attractive mortgage rates, have encouraged private investments in residential projects.
For example, in November 2022, Santander Bank agreed to provide USD 51.3 million in financing to The Social Hub (TSH) for developing a 26,600-square-meter facility in Porto. In the heart of the city, TSH will provide a 13,467-sqm hotel and student housing complex with 305 rooms, co-working areas, dining establishments, event venues, gyms, and rooftop swimming pools.
The Portugal construction market from private sector segment accounted for 60% of revenue share and is set to surpass USD 9 billion by 2032. Real estate development is a key growth driver of the private sector segment in the market. Private developers engage in residential, commercial, and mixed-use projects to capitalize on the demand for properties, both for sale and rental purposes.
Additionally, the private sector responds to the demand for commercial and industrial spaces. Companies require offices, retail spaces, warehouses, factories, and other facilities for their operations. Private developers and investors capitalize on this demand by constructing commercial & industrial properties.
The Portugal construction market from general contracting segment recorded more than USD 4.5 billion revenue in 2022 and will reach USD 6 billion by 2032. General contractors play a crucial role in upholding quality and safety standards in construction projects. They possess project management expertise, which is highly valued in the construction industry. Their ability to oversee & coordinate complex projects, manage resources, and ensure timely & cost-effective project delivery makes them indispensable in the market.