Specialized service providers are the backbone of the U.S. economy, supporting over 75% of GDP and employing more than 80% of the workforce. These businesses—from logistics and consulting to staffing, testing, and facilities management—deliver essential solutions that help other companies operate efficiently, remain compliant, and scale effectively.
- Diversified Business Services – Asset-light companies offering advisory, outsourcing, and training services. Their scalable models and sticky client relationships make them attractive to investors.
- Facilities and Residential Services – Recurring services—like plumbing, janitorial, and foodservice—for commercial and residential properties offer steady demand and resilience through cycles.
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Industrial Services – Includes infrastructure support and environmental services tied to regulation and long-term trends. Often benefit from government funding and sustained demand.
- Distribution, Transportation & Logistics – Covers everything from niche distribution to last-mile delivery. Innovation continues to thrive amid ongoing supply chain pressures and evolving consumer needs.
Each quarter, CMG will provide a broad market overview of the Specialized Services landscape, including M&A trends, comparable transactions, and investor sentiment. We’ll also dive deeper into one subcategory to explore sector-specific drivers, challenges, and valuation dynamics.