Análise da concentração de mercado na indústria da construção civil: um estudo entre 2012 e 2022

Abstract

The construction industry in Brazil plays a significant role in economic growth and job creation in the country, contributing substantially to GDP while also promoting urban development and essential infrastructure. Additionally, the sector helps reduce the housing deficit. Given its importance, the aim of this study was to analyze the concentration of the national construction industry between 2012 and 2022. To assess market concentration in the sector, four indicators were used: market share, concentration ratio, concentration curve, and the Hirschman-Herfindahl index. In addition to these indicators, the Structure-Conduct-Performance model was also employed to provide theoretical support. Within the sector, the 50 largest companies. At the end of the analysis, the indicators showed that the sector is not highly concentrated, suggesting a lower likelihood of practices that could harm competition. However, the analysis indicated a certain stability in market shares, with few changes from year to year.