With an improvement in the economic picture and the resolution of some of the uncertainty surrounding the domestic economy, capital may become more readily available. Based on data published by the U.S. Census Bureau and Federal Reserve, the modest recovery has already begun to favorably impact pent up demand for manufacturing-related construction spending, with 2012 recording its highest level since 2009. Complementary bolt-on acquisitions remained popular during Q4 2012 and into Q1 2013, with both public and private suitors participating in the activity and no change in the general theme of smaller and mid-sized acquisitions.