Feb. 17, 2025 – The AVP Pulse Index this month rose 1.5% month-over-month, while increasing 5.6% year-over-year; and 12.9% over the past 36 months. The proprietary AVP Pulse Index – a joint effort between mergers and acquisition advisors Allen-Villere Partners and Rock Products – illustrates the health of the industry in one single trend line, using relevant data that is updated monthly or quarterly.
““The AVP Pulse Index increased 1.5% this month, after flattening over the last several months,” stated Pierre Villere of Allen-Villere partners. “The Index continues to steadily increase with a year-over-year growth of +5.6%, while up 12.9% over the last 36 months. The Dodge Momentum Index and Housing Starts led the charge this month with significant gains of +5.7% and +15.8%, respectively. Industry stocks increased this month (+2.8%) after cooling off significantly in December and January. As expected, the Index reflects a steady construction economy. Remember, the index is like an arrow, pointing to the general direction of the construction economy based on the last 36 months of industry performance. The arrow has been pointing up for the last 36 months, with no change in direction in sight.”