3 reasons why Brickworks (ASX:BKW) shares are a compelling idea Tristan Harrison | December 19, 2020 7:30am | More on: Brickworks Limited(ASX: BKW) shares are a compelling investment option. Reason one: A construction recovery in Australia Whilst the building products divisions may not make up a majority of the underlying value of Brickworks shares, the performance of its construction divisions are important for the Brickworks share price. In recent months Brickworks has seen a recovery in the Australian construction industry after the initial impacts of COVID-19. According to Brickworks’ most recent trading update, in Australia the company has made a strong start to FY21 with first quarter earnings well ahead of the prior corresponding period. Its home builder customers have a solid pipeline of work for the remainder of the financial year, underpinned by various government stimulus measures. Brickworks is making progress on its $75 million Austral Masonry plant as well as its $125 million face brick plant at Horsley Park.