BlackRock-Led Consortium to Acquire Aligned Data Centers
A consortium led by BlackRock's Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP) plans to acquire Aligned Data Centers in a $40 billion deal.
The consortium includes Abu Dhabi's MGX and the Artificial Intelligence Infrastructure Partnership (AIP), with Nvidia and Microsoft as strategic participants.
- Enterprise value: roughly $40 billion
- Sellers: Macquarie Asset Management and co-investment partners
- Expected closing: first half of 2026, subject to regulatory approvals
Aligned Data Centers has expanded across North and Latin America, serving hyperscale, AI, and enterprise customers.
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Author's summary: BlackRock-led consortium acquires Aligned Data Centers for $40 billion.