MasTec stock jumps as $1.65B Superior deal boosts AI data center push

MasTec shares rose ~6% after announcing a $1.65B acquisition of electrical contractor The Superior Group. The purchase is aimed at expanding MasTec’s footprint in the fast-growing data center infrastructure market. The size of the deal and growth positioning are the primary drivers of the positive stock reaction.

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MasTec shares rose ~6% after announcing a $1.65B acquisition of electrical contractor The Superior Group. The purchase is aimed at expanding MasTec’s footprint in the fast-growing data center infrastructure market. The size of the deal and growth positioning are the primary drivers of the positive stock reaction.