Private equity firms are increasingly taking stakes in both the construction and operation of data centers, according to new research presented in New York City. The study highlights a growing trend where investors are financing the physical infrastructure while also acquiring companies that manage and maintain these facilities. This dual approach underscores the expanding role of private equity in the tech industry’s critical backbone. Analysts suggest the shift reflects rising demand for cloud computing and digital services, driving consolidation in the sector.
PE backing both sides of data center boom, new research in NYC Private Equity Stakeholder Project PESP
