EMCOR Group, Inc. (EME) to Sell U.K. Unit for $255M, Sharpens Focus on U.S. Growth

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EMCOR Group, Inc. (NYSE:EME), a Fortune 500 leader in mechanical and electrical construction, industrial and energy infrastructure, and building services, has taken a major strategic step that sharpens its U.S. focus and strengthens its long-term growth trajectory.

In September 2025, the business announced an agreement to sell its U.K. building services unit, EMCOR UK, to OCS Group UK Limited for about £190 million ($255 million). Expected to close by year-end, the deal will boost EME’s operating margins and provide fresh capital to expand its U.S. operations, particularly in electrical and mechanical construction services. CEO Tony Guzzi noted that the move accelerates the business’s “local execution, national reach” strategy, positioning the company to capitalize on strong domestic infrastructure spending and pursue strategic acquisitions.

Financially, EMCOR Group, Inc. (NYSE:EME) continues to deliver strong results. The company has consistently beaten earnings and revenue expectations and recently raised its 2025 guidance to $24.50–$25.75 EPS with revenue projected at $16.4–$16.9 billion, both above analyst forecasts. Growth is being fueled by rising demand for data centers, mission-critical facilities, and other high-value infrastructure sectors poised for long-term expansion.

Analysts expect double-digit EPS growth in 2025, with additional momentum from the U.K. divestiture. By reallocating resources to higher-growth domestic markets, EMCOR Group, Inc. (NYSE:EME) is reinforcing its position as a top-tier infrastructure and services provider, making it an attractive long-term investment for those seeking durable returns.

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