The document examines the strategies and performance of major listed European construction companies in 2012. It finds that total sales of the top 50 construction companies grew 7% in 2012, while their total market capitalization grew 5.4%. France had the largest number of companies in the top 10 by sales, while Spain had the most in the top 20. The document also analyzes the companies' strategies of internationalization and diversification, and their financial performance in recent years. It provides profiles of the top 20 companies that give key data on their activities, markets, and financial statements.