Welcome to Episode 4 of the StaalX Construction & Steel Podcast.
In today’s episode, we explore how government shutdown uncertainty and the data center boom are reshaping the construction landscape — from public infrastructure spending to private-sector steel demand.
💡 Key Insights
🏗️ Data centers are booming — driving record demand for steel and power.
🏛️ Government shutdown risks are stalling public projects and contracts.
⚡ The economy is splitting between high-tech expansion and policy paralysis.
📌 Topics Covered
• How AI-driven data centers are transforming construction priorities
• What a government shutdown means for infrastructure funding
• How steel producers are balancing private vs public demand
• Market signals to watch heading into 2026
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